title: Fever of unknown origin: an evidence-based approach.
abstract: This article reviews the classification and etiology of fever of unknown origin (FUO) in the adult population. A systematic diagnostic approach is discussed, equipping the NP to follow a careful history and physical, as well as focused diagnostic tests and procedures to determine the underlying cause of FUO.
authors.affiliation: University of North Florida, FL, USA.
authors.forename: Bonnie M A
authors.initials: BM
authors.lastname: Holder
authors.forename: Carol
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Ledbetter
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D055318:Evidence-Based Nursing; D005335:Fever of Unknown Origin / Q000209:etiology* / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*