Zainab is taking lamotrigine (Lamictal) and presents to the clinic with fever and lymphadenopathy. Initial evaluation and treatment includes:
1. Reassuring her she has a viral infection and to call if she isn't better in 4 or 5 days
2. Ruling out a hypersensitivity reaction that may lead to multi-organ failure
3. Rapid strep test and symptomatic care if strep test is negative
4. Observation only, with further assessment if she worsens
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