Neuromuscular Scoliosis Spinal Fusion Clinical Pathway — ICU, Inpatient, Outpatient Specialty Care
Neuromuscular Scoliosis Spinal Fusion Clinical Pathway — ICU, Inpatient, Outpatient Specialty Care
Fever Management
Post-Operative Fever Management
Post-operative fever – temperature > 38.5 °C or > 101.3 °F – is an expected event up to 5 days post-surgery.
First 48 hours after surgery
- Encourage pulmonary toilet
- Encourage and advance mobility
- Maintain Acetaminophen and Ketorolac (if ordered) regimen
For persistent fevers > 48 hours after surgery
- Notify NP/MD for further workup
- Consider blood cultures for persistent fever if concern for sepsis