Using a decision tool to manage fever and pain in children
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests a decision-making system to help parents manage fever and acute pain in young children. It's for children aged 3 months to 5 years who need paracetamol for fever or pain.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 months and 5 years old.
- Your child has a fever or acute pain and needs or has been prescribed paracetamol.
- You understand Italian well enough to read and answer questions.
- You have internet access and a smartphone that is 5 years old or newer.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial compares three common pain relievers (paracetamol, ibuprofen, and metamizole) to see which works best for children with acute pancreatitis. It aims to help your child feel better faster with fewer side effects.
This study tests a new liquid medicine that combines ibuprofen and acetaminophen (two common over-the-counter pain relievers) in children aged 6 to 11. Researchers want to see how well the medicine works and how safe it is for mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, toothaches, or pain after dental work or vaccines.
This study tests whether giving a prescription for fever-reducing medicine (like Tylenol or ibuprofen) when children leave the emergency room helps prevent them from having to return to the ER for fever. If your child is being sent home with a fever, this study wants to see if having the medicine on hand makes a difference.
This study tests whether a quick finger-prick test that measures C-reactive protein (CRP) can help doctors decide when a feverish child needs antibiotics or further care. It aims to improve how fever is managed in primary care settings.
This trial tests whether a friendly robot named Paro can help reduce pain and anxiety in young children when they need an IV placed. If your child is between 1 and 7 years old and needs an IV, this study may help make the procedure less stressful.
This trial tests whether cooling the body with a sponge and medicine works better than medicine alone for reducing fever in children. It may help decide the best way to treat fever at home.
Hear when a new Fever, Acute Pain trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.