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What is 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? and explain in detail?
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.