Methods to reduce pain and fear during blood draws in children
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This study tests different methods to make blood draws less scary and painful for children. It compares ways to help kids stay calm and comfortable during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- Your child must speak Turkish.
- Your child must not have a health condition that causes chronic pain.
- Your child must not have serious vision or hearing problems.
- Your child's arm where blood is taken must be healthy (no rash, nerve damage, or blood vessel disease).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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