// EMT Question · Medical / OB / Peds

A pediatric patient has a fever and a rash that does not blanch. This is a concern for:

A. Allergic reaction
B. MeningococcemiaCorrect
C. Eczema
D. Heat rash

// Rationale

Non-blanching rash with fever in a child is concerning for meningococcemia or other serious infections.

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