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Managing Complications in Pregnancy and Childbirth: - IAWG

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FEVER AFTER CHILDBIRTH S-107PROBLEM• A woman has a fever (temperature 38°C or more) occurr<strong>in</strong>g morethan 24 hours after delivery.GENERAL MANAGEMENT• Encourage bed rest.• Ensure adequate hydration by mouth or IV.• Use a fan or tepid sponge to help decrease temperature.• If shock is suspected, immediately beg<strong>in</strong> treatment (page S-1).Even if signs of shock are not present, keep shock <strong>in</strong> m<strong>in</strong>d as youevaluate the woman further because her status may worsen rapidly.If shock develops, it is important to beg<strong>in</strong> treatment immediately.

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