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 of the reassurance mentioned in the poem’s second line!