Role of point-of-care tests in the management of febrile children: a qualitative study of hospital-based doctors and nurses in England.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The use of rapid point-of-care tests (POCTs) has been advocated for improving patient management and outcomes and for optimising antibiotic prescribing. However, few studies have explored healthcare workers' views about their use in febrile children. The aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of hospital-based doctors and nurses regarding the use of POCTs in England.

Study design

Qualitative in-depth interviews with purposively selected hospital doctors and nurses. Data were analysed thematically.

Setting

Two university teaching hospitals in London and Newcastle.

Participants

24 participants (paediatricians, emergency department doctors, trainee paediatricians and nurses).

Results

There were diverse views about the use of POCTs in fe

SUBMITTER: Li E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8112413 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature