6.0 Clinical Management Considerations for Paediatric Patients

The primary management goals for paediatric COVID-19 in the current era are twofold: providing effective supportive care for the majority of patients who experience mild disease and maintaining vigilance for cohorts at higher risk of complications. For the general paediatric population, the clinical course is typically mild, characterized primarily by fever and URTI symptoms. Consequently, management consists of supportive care and home isolation to prevent further transmission.

However, specific attention must be paid to vulnerable patient groups.

Clinical Alert: High-Risk Paediatric Groups

Special attention must be paid to children with pre-existing chronic illnesses or compromised immune systems. For these vulnerable patients, clinicians should strongly advise on the importance of receiving updated vaccine booster doses to mitigate the risk of severe disease.

This targeted approach ensures that resources are directed toward those most in need while allowing for the safe and effective management of mild cases at home.