An 18 months child weighing 11.5 kg comes to the PHC with fever and respiratory difficulty. On examination, the child is lethargic, with a respiratory rate of 46 bpm and no chest retractions. What is the most appropriate management of this child?
Prescribe oral antibiotics, warn of danger signs and send home
Intravenous fluids alone
Intravenous antibiotics and observation
Give intravenous antibiotics and refer to a higher center
Answer- A. Prescribe oral antibiotics, warn of danger signs and send homeThis chitd is having fast breathing (respiratory rate >46/minute) withoat danger signs like lower chest wall indrawing or stridon Hence, the child will be classified to have pneumonia (non-severe). So, the child should be prescribed appropriate antibiotic and advise mother about suppoive measures and when to return for follow-up.