Table 1.
Variable selection according to decision model, risk scores, and systematic review
| Feverkidstool [13] | Friedman dehydration score [9] | Indicators of dyspnea [15] | Systematic review [7] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child characteristics | ||||
| Age | X | X | ||
| Gender | X | |||
| Ill appearance | X | X | ||
| Characteristics general | ||||
| Tachycardia | X | |||
| Prolonged cap. Refill time | X | |||
| Relevant medical history | X | |||
| Infectious/respiratory symptoms | X | |||
| Seizures | X | |||
| Progression/persistence of symptoms | X | |||
| CRP bedside (ln) | X | |||
| Characteristics of fever | ||||
| Duration of fever | X | |||
| Temperature (°C) | X | |||
| Characteristics of dehydration | ||||
| Eyes | X | |||
| Dry mucosa | X | |||
| Tears | X | |||
| Vomiting | ||||
| Characteristics of dyspnea | ||||
| Dyspnea | X | |||
| Chestwall retractions | X | X | ||
| Decreased oxygen saturation | X | X | ||
| Tachypnea | X | X | ||
| Auscultation | X | |||