Febrile convulsions are a fear for both
nurses and parents and should be taken
seriously when taking a history from
parents. While research states febrile
convulsions are probably related to rapidly
ascending temperatures (Warwick 2008),
children who have experienced febrile
convulsions previously are more at risk
of further febrile convulsions (Glatstein
& Scolnik 2008). The triage nurse should
therefore be well educated about the
myths surrounding febrile convulsions and
be able to provide accurate assessment and
education.