Cartoons and ball squeezing for children's blood test pain
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This study tests whether watching cartoons and squeezing a ball can reduce pain and fear during a blood draw in children aged 4 to 12. It aims to make the experience more comfortable for kids.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 4 and 12 years old
- Your child needs a blood test for routine reasons
- Your child can watch a cartoon video during the procedure
- You, as a parent, agree to let your child participate
- Your child does not have a developmental delay that makes cooperation hard
- Your child does not have a severe anxiety disorder
- Your child has normal vision
- You and your child speak English or Arabic
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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