Objectives:

  • Explain how the 2021 AAP Clinical Practice Guidelines in the evaluation of the febrile infant factor in the decision to pursue the first LP and subsequent attempts ​
  • Discuss factors that impede (or promote) LP success in the initial and subsequent attempts ​
  • Identify which neonates with fever are likely to require a prolonged course of antibiotics if an LP cannot be obtained
  • Develop a model to determine if, when, and how repeat LPs should be attempted after initial attempts are unsuccessful.

 

Session date: 
04/24/2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm EDT
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  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    Children’s National Hospital designates this Live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • 1.00 Participation
    Successful completion of this continuing education activity.

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Faculty List: 
Speaker(s)

Sandra Cuzzi

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Craig DeWolfe, MD MEd

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Najah El Bash

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.