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  Journal of Clinical NursingVolume 9 Issue 4, Pages 473 - 480 Published Online: 24 Dec 2001 © 2010 Blackwell Publishing Ltd
Abstract | References | Full Text: HTML, PDF (Size: 67K) | Related Articles | Citation Tracking  The use of antipyretic medications in the prevention of febrile convulsions in children Copyright Blackwell Science Ltd KEYWORDS antipyretic therapy • febrile convulsion/seizure • fever • temperature ABSTRACT• Febrile convulsions are a relatively common outcome in paediatric febrile illness, although it is not known why some children suffer these. • Antipyretic medications may form the basis for some treatment regimens, although they are not recommended in published guidelines. • There is little evidence that the prophylactic use of antipyretics has any effect in reducing the incidence of febrile convulsions. • Consequently, educational interventions aimed at reducing parental fear and helping them to care for their children during febrile illnesses may be more efficacious. |
