Marion R. Sills, MD, MPH

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Fever Limerick

Here is a limerick version of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ report on treating fever (for non-toxic non-infants):   For children with a feverish mug, Reassure: “fever helps fight the bug!” Give meds only if distressed, Encourage fluids and rest, And don’t fret if still febrile post-drug.   Given the persistence of caregiver feverphobia, remember the value…

Here is a limerick version of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ report on treating fever (for non-toxic non-infants):

 

For children with a feverish mug,

Reassure: “fever helps fight the bug!”

Give meds only if distressed,

Encourage fluids and rest,

And don’t fret if still febrile post-drug.

 

Given the persistence of caregiver feverphobia, remember the value of the reassurance mentioned in the poem’s second line!

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