"The impact of the Little Orange Book on how parents/carers manage symptoms of illness in children: A mixed methods study".

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous literature has highlighted the complexity of supporting an acutely unwell child and the unnecessary use of services by parents/carers. The Little Orange Book (LOB) was developed as an information resource for parents/carers of young children to assist in managing symptoms of childhood illness and to encourage the appropriate use of healthcare services.

Objectives

This study aimed to understand parent/carer views and experiences using the Little Orange Book. Specifically, this study focused on barriers and facilitators to use, the impact on parents' behaviour and the views on improving the LOB.

Methods

An explanatory sequential mixed-methods approach, including qualitative and quantitative components, was used to collect data regarding parent's expe

SUBMITTER: Johnson A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11753658 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature