1 Day Of Fever in Pediatrics — Case | Pediatric Infectious | SMLE Q#16741
SMLE Question #16741
Pediatrics
Pediatric Infectious
Objective: OBJ-113
Last updated: February 2026
A 4-month-old uncircumcised boy is brought to the emergency department with 1 day of fever and irritability. He has had two episodes of vomiting and is feeding less than usual. He has no cough, rhinorrhea, diarrhea, rash, or ear symptoms. Examination shows no focal source of infection. Catheterized urinalysis is consistent with urinary tract infection. What is the most appropriate empiric antibiotic therapy?
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