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An 18 months child weighing 11.5 kg comes to the PHC with fever and respiratory difficulty. On examination, the child is lethargic, with a respiratory rate of 46 bpm and no chest retractions. What is the most appropriate management of this child?

APrescribe oral antibiotics, warn of danger signs and send home (Correct Answer)
BIntravenous fluids alone
CIntravenous antibiotics and observation
DGive intravenous antibiotics and refer to a higher center