Acute cough in Italian children: parents ’ beliefs, approach to treatment, and the family impact

ConclusionsParents ’ actions against cough episodes were variable, depending on their beliefs, smoking habit, and occupational status. The parents’ perceived efficacy of usual prescriptions is poor, and their willingness to pay out-of-pocket for an “effective remedy” against cough is high. The interest for alt ernative treatments is not negligible in these circumstances.
Source: Multidisciplinary Respiratory Medicine - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research