2 Days Of Fever in Pediatrics — 3yo Child | Pediatric Infectious | SMLE Q#18418

SMLE Question #18418

Pediatrics Pediatric Infectious

Objective: OBJ-113

Last updated: February 2026
A 3-year-old child presents with 2 days of fever and sore throat. Parents noticed a new diffuse rash since this morning. Examination shows an erythematous pharynx with tonsillar exudates, tender anterior cervical lymph nodes, and a diffuse erythematous, rough-textured rash over the trunk and extremities. The child has no known drug allergies. What is the most appropriate management?

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