Use of the Theoretical Domains Framework to Investigate Factors Influencing Pediatric Fever Management Practices and Antipyretic Use in Australian Emergency Departments

Overall, ED clinicians showed moderate knowledge, training, and agreement with clinical practice recommendations on antipyretic administration for paediatric fever. Notably, more than half of the respondents surveyed felt pressured by parents/caregivers to use antipyretics outside of guideline recommendations. Our findings highlight the significant emotion attached to fever management and the need for clinicians to foster trust and provide tailored evidence-based information to families.