Fever is a frequent trigger for emergency presentations in children, often driven by caregiver misconceptions and limited access to primary healthcare, placing paramedics at the forefront of assessment and management in challenging out-of-hospital environments. This course equips paramedics with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of paediatric fever, exploring the hypothalamic thermoregulatory centre’s role in maintaining core body temperature, distinguishing fever from hyperthermia, and evaluating temperature measurement methods for accuracy and suitability across age groups and clinical contexts. Through evidence-based, case-driven modules, you will examine the immune-mediated mechanisms of fever, and develop skills to identify red flags for serious conditions and deliver effective patient education to reassure and empower caregivers.
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