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Multivariate analysis of factors associated with antibiotic prescription in infants admitted for bronchiolitis.
| Clinical Characteristic | p-Value | Adjusted OR 95% CI |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature > 38 °C | <0.001 | 3.1 (1.8 to 5.3) |
| Infiltrate/atelectasis | <0.001 | 5.0 (3.2 to 7.6) |
| PICU admission | 0.015 | 2.5 (1.2 to 5.3) |
| Serum C reactive protein (mg/L) * | <0.001 |
* mean ± standard deviation. PICU: pediatric intensive care unit.
