Game to ease fear and pain during blood draw in children
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This study tests whether a guessing game can reduce fear, pain, and stress in children aged 6-12 during a blood draw. If it works, it could make blood tests less scary for kids.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- Your child must not have a serious blood or psychiatric condition.
- Your child must be able to speak and understand Turkish.
- You and your child must agree to take part.
- Your child must not have had pain relief, sedation, or anxiety medicine for this procedure.
- Your child must not have had another invasive procedure (like a needle) earlier the same day.
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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