Fig. 1From: Clinical algorithm reduces antibiotic use among children presenting with respiratory symptoms to hospital in central VietnamPragmatic clinical algorithm for the management of children presenting to hospital with acute respiratory symptomsaANC – absolute neutrophil count; CXR – chest radiograph; FBC – full blood count; CRP: C reactive protein; SpO2—peripheral oxygen saturation; WHO – World Health OrganizationaIncorporating study findings, existing WHO guidance and previous findings from Vietnam that used CRP values to guide rational antibiotic use [11]. bIncluding inability to drink or breastfeed, vomiting everything, lethargic or reduced level of consciousness, convulsions, respiratory distress (grunting or nasal flaring), severe stridor, severe malnutrition. cAs per WHO recommendation [12]. dAdmit and consider antibiotics if any deterioration or relevant clinical concernBack to article page