What to do if a child has a fever of 39 degrees Celsius

What to do if a child has a fever of 39 degrees Celsius

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion on the Internet about the treatment of high fever in children. Especially when the seasons change, parents' need to deal with sudden high fever has increased significantly. The following is an analysis of hot topics in the past 10 days and a structured handling guide to help parents scientifically deal with their children's fever problems.

1. Data statistics on recent hot topics

2. Treatment steps for high fever at 39 degrees

1. Initial assessment

• Measure body temperature: Use an electronic thermometer to double check (axillary temperature + 0.5°C = actual body temperature)
• Observe accompanying symptoms: cough, rash, lethargy, etc. need to be specially recorded

2. Hierarchical treatment plan

3. Commonly used drug references

3. Important matters needing attention

•taboo behavior: Alcohol bathing, covering sweat to reduce fever, aspirin is prohibited for children
•red flag: Sustained high fever > 24 hours, decreased urine output, confusion
•Nursing points: Keep indoor ventilation at 26°C and daily drinking water >50ml/kg

4. Summary of Expert Suggestions

According to the latest fever guidelines from Beijing Children’s Hospital (2024 edition):
1. Infants under 3 months old who have fever require immediate emergency treatment.
2. Use antipyretics for no more than 3 days
3. Fever usually lasts <48 hours after vaccination

5. Preventive measures

• Get a flu vaccine before the season
• Keep antipyretics for children at home
• Master basic pediatric first aid knowledge

Note: The data in this article are synthesized from public information from authoritative organizations such as the National Health Commission and the Pediatric Branch of the Chinese Medical Association. Please follow your doctor's advice for specific medication use.