J Pediatr Nurs. 2025 Jan 6:S0882-5963(24)00457-3. doi: 10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.015. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: In pediatric care, mothers’ confidence concerning their knowledge, practice, and attitude in managing fevers is crucial. Web-based educational platforms offer a convenient and accessible means to empower mothers in this regard.
AIM: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of web-based education for empowering mothers regarding pediatric fever management.
METHODS: In this study, a quasi-experimental design was utilized. The study was conducted in Assiut University Children Hospital at the emergency unit. A random sample of one hundred mothers was included in the study. Measures included a structured questionnaire of demographic characteristics of the mothers, personal and medical characteristics of children, as well as mothers’ knowledge, practices, and attitudes concerning pediatric fever management.
RESULTS: The study found significant differences in mothers’ knowledge and practices (P = 0.001) regarding pediatric fever management, except for choosing the correct antipyretic type (P = 0.244). Mothers also showed significant differences in attitudes (P = 0.001) toward fever management, except for mothers using antipyretic when the child has a fever and takes fewer fluids (P = 0.080), the child has a fever, and a skin rash (P = 0.077). Also, when the child had a fever and was crying unstoppably (P = 0.133) in pre-and post-tests.
CONCLUSION: The web-based education program has significantly boosted mothers’ empowerment, resulting in increased knowledge level, positive attitudes, and improved practices across various aspects of pediatric fever management.
PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS: Healthcare providers can leverage web-based educational resources to educate and empower mothers in pediatric fever management, promoting better health practices and outcomes for children.
PMID:39765418 | DOI:10.1016/j.pedn.2024.12.015
