
Fevers: How to Manage at Home & When to Worry (0-5 Years)
32 reviews
Fevers are a normal part of childhood, but they can be scary for parents, especially those first few times they happen. In this class, you’ll learn why fevers happen (hint: they’re actually a good sign!), how you can help relieve your child’s symptoms, and the signs that you should seek further medical care. We’ll also walk through exactly how to use various thermometers so you can ensure you’re getting an accurate reading each and every time. After watching this class, you’ll know exactly what to do the next time your child has a fever.
Covered in this class
- What is a fever
- How to take an accurate temperature using various types of thermometers
- How to manage a fever at home
- The signs you should seek professional care for a fever
Lessons
Introduction
1:24
What Is a Fever?
1:07
Taking Your Child’s Temperature
5:15
When to Call Your Doctor
3:22
Treating Fevers at Home
5:10
Closing Thoughts
1:28
Handouts

Medication Tracker

Pro Tips for Preventing Dehydration

Fevers Key Takeaways
Meet the instructor
Dr. Chase Parsons, DO, MBI, is a Med-Peds trained Pediatric Hospitalist in Boston. He cares for children admitted to the hospital and supports their families upon discharge. He’s also an instructor in Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School (HMS). Chase attended medical school at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and earned a Master's in Biomedical Informatics from HMS.

Dr. Chase Parsons, DO, MBI
Reviews
Member
Great info
Cameron H
The Braun ThermoScan 7 thermometer 🌡️is hands down the best.
It's not totally necessary to have one this fancy, but it's well worth the price!
Bianca R
Informative. Clear and easy to understand. A must for parents and caregivers!
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