CompletedNot Applicable

Pain and Fear During Intravenous Blood Collection in Children

Turkey (Türkiye)158 participantsStarted 2022-05-13

Plain-language summary

Medical procedures can cause significant stress and anxiety for children and parents, impacting their overall hospital experience. Numerous studies have demonstrated that techniques aimed at diverting attention during procedures can effectively reduce pain and fear. Considering the rapid advancements in technology and the strong connection between Generation Z children and technology, this study aims to explore the use of hologram technology through a hologram fan and the traditional method of bubble blowing as interventions to assess their impact on pain and fear levels during intravenous blood collection in children. The study design will follow a randomized controlled trial approach. The sample will consist of patients between the ages of 3 and 12 who meet the sampling criteria and receive outpatient care at the pediatric stem cell outpatient treatment unit between April 2022 and February 2024. Data will be collected using a researcher-prepared form containing introductory information and child pain, fear, and emotional indicator scales for which appropriate permissions have been obtained. The blood collection process will be performed by the unit's nurse, and the observer nurse will complete the scales. Descriptive statistics, such as mean, standard deviation (median, minimum, maximum), frequency, and percentage values, will be used for data analysis. IBM SPSS Statistics 25.0 (IBM SPSS Statistics for Windows, Version 25.0. Armonk, NY: IBM Corp.) will be employed for data analysis. A significance level of 0.05 will be used for all statistical analyses. Regenerate response Keywords: Fear, pain, pediatrics, hologram, bubble-blowing, invasive procedures

Who can participate

Age range

3 Years – 12 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient who needs to take intravenous blood * The participant is in the 3-12 age group Exclusion Criteria: * Failure to obtain consent * The child has an intellectual or neurological disability * Failure to communicate in Turkish * Having visual and hearing impairment * The child has complaints such as pain, nausea, vomiting, etc. that disrupt his comfort due to another reason. * 6 hours before the use of analgesic or sedative drugs * Lack of healthy skin integrity * Having repeated attempts * Having syncope during blood collection

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

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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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

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?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

The Child Fear Scale

Timeframe: an average of 6 months

Wong Baker Pain Scale

Timeframe: an average of 6 months

Emotional Indicators Scale

Timeframe: an average of 6 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06044701

SponsorEge University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-04-20

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Plain-language summary

Who can participate

Age range

3 Years – 12 Years

Sex

ALL

See this in plain English?

AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.