CompletedNot Applicable

The Effect of Stress Ball and Breathing Exercises on Reducing Fear and Pain Associated with PCR Testing

Turkey (Türkiye)96 participantsStarted 2022-03-15

Plain-language summary

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be one of the longest lasting pandemics experienced in recent times. Although the disease shows symptoms in different ways, the most effective diagnostic method known is the PCR test. This procedure is an unknown test method that many people have never had in their lifetime. Uncertainty in any subject causes stress and fear in the person. When the suspicion of a disease is added to this situation, the situation can reach even more serious dimensions. For this reason, it can be said that the PCR test can cause many problems, especially fear and pain. The most important health professional that the patient can reach before, during and after the test is the nurse. In order for the nurse to complete the test in a short time and with success, it may be necessary for the applicants to keep their fear levels under control and to support their fear management. In addition, the nurse plays an important role in the assessment and management of pain. In the literature review, no study was found on reducing the fear and pain of the adolescents who gave the PCR Test. It is also thought that breathing exercises and stress ball can be an advantageous method in reducing pain and fear, considering their easy accessibility, affordable cost and long-term use. For this reason, this study was planned to determine the effect of stress ball and breathing exercises on the management of fear and pain that may occur due to PCR testing.

Who can participate

Age range

12 Years – 18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * The child is in the 12-18 age group, * PCR Test was performed by the same nurse, * The child has no pain (due to the disease, drug side effects, distension), * The child does not have a hearing problem, * PCR Test was performed in one go, * The child has no history of epilepsy, migraine or vestibular disorders, * Not taking analgesics in the last six hours, * Absence of any medication that can affect the feeling of pain and fear that he uses constantly, * The child and parent speak and understand Turkish comfortably, * The child's mental development level to be able to answer the questions asked, * Parents and children are willing to participate in the research, * Obtaining written and verbal consent from parents. Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to perform PCR test in one go * Presence of a chronic disease that may affect the sense of pain and fear of the adolescent. * Having excessive fear and panic behavior before the procedure * Negative effects on communication due to fear and panic behaviors * Not being willing to participate in the study

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Fear score

Timeframe: 5 minutes

Pain score

Timeframe: 5 minutes

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05250544

SponsorKaramanoğlu Mehmetbey University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2022-08-30

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