SAQ 1548 – Fever during chemotherapy

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A 32-year-old woman presents with 12 hours of fever and malaise. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Her full blood examination shows severe neutropaenia.

List five important history features you would seek.

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List three important examination features.

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List and justify five important factors that will affect antimicrobial prescribing.

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