Fever?

[hwichlaz]

I send home as soon as it hits 100F. Keeping in mind that I take an axillary temperature, which is usually a degree higher than the thermometer reads. So if a temp under the arm reads 100, it's likely 101 in reality.


I also get to know the kids. I have one that spikes a fever and clear runny nose for a few days after immunization, every single time. No other symptoms. So we give fever reducer and move on with the day.

[Josiegirl]

Don't want to hijack the thread but what about those really nasty green runny noses that just won't quit?? Kid is fine otherwise.

[hwichlaz]

Don't want to hijack the thread but what about those really nasty green runny noses that just won't quit?? Kid is fine otherwise.

I ask for a Dr. note with a diagnosis and treatment. Allergies can cause it...but the parents would treat it in themselves, so they shouldn't leave the poor little ones to suffer with it.

[Pepperth]

I send home at 100.9, but I'll send a text earlier just to warn a parent if we are approaching it. (In case I need to call for pickup later.)

[Blackcat31]

Don't want to hijack the thread but what about those really nasty green runny noses that just won't quit?? Kid is fine otherwise.

Depends on the child and the length of time they've had nasty nasal discharge.

If it's an older child that has no other symptoms and is perfectly capable of managing a tissue and hand washing as needed, I would probably not exclude.

If it were a younger child not capable of using a tissue or hand washing on their own, I'd probably exclude.

For ALL child, I require a Doctor visit after 5 consecutive days of nasty nasal discharge (just to make sure it hasn't morphed into something worse). I send them with a form and do not allow re-admittance without the completed form.

After another 5 days, I repeat the request for a Doctor visit.

Colored snot does not always mean an infection.