Animated Video and Booklet Education for Improving Asthma Control and Medication Compliance in Ch… (NCT06909318) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Animated Video and Booklet Education for Improving Asthma Control and Medication Compliance in Children
Turkey (Türkiye)66 participantsStarted 2025-05-15
Plain-language summary
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath, and it is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in the pediatric population. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated that 262 million people were affected by asthma in 2019, with 461,000 asthma-related deaths annually. In Turkey, the prevalence of asthma in children aged 6-12 ranges from 2% to 16%. Inadequate asthma control in children is often associated with poor medication adherence, lack of knowledge, misbeliefs, and ineffective communication with healthcare professionals. Education is therefore a crucial element of successful asthma management.
Recently, the use of digital tools such as animated videos has become increasingly popular in pediatric education due to their engaging and interactive nature. Studies have shown that visual and interactive materials can improve knowledge, satisfaction, and adherence in children with chronic illnesses.
This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the effect of an educational intervention using an animated video and booklet on asthma control and medication compliance in children aged 7-11 diagnosed with asthma. It is expected that this child-friendly, visually enriched educational approach will enhance asthma management and support medication adherence in children.
Who can participate
Age range
7 Years – 11 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Children aged between 7 and 11 years
* Diagnosed with asthma by a pediatric allergy specialist
* Mild or moderate asthma severity according to GINA criteria
* No communication difficulties
* Have not received any asthma-related education outside of routine clinical care during the study period
* No known mental or neurological disabilities
* No serious chronic illness other than asthma (e.g., cardiac, neurological conditions)
* At least one parent owns a smartphone or tablet
* Child and parent volunteer to participate and provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Children younger than 7 or older than 11
* Severe persistent asthma according to GINA criteria
* Communication difficulties
* Prior asthma education outside of routine clinical care
* Children with cognitive or neurological impairments
* Children who frequently require emergency care due to asthma exacerbations
* Families without access to communication tools (e.g., no internet, smartphone, or unable to communicate)
* Lack of consent from either the child or parent
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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
1
Asthma control score (Childhood Asthma Control Test - C-ACT)
Timeframe: Baseline, 1st month, and 2nd month follow-up
2
Medication Adherence (MARS-5)
Timeframe: Baseline, 1st month, and 2nd month follow-up