Distraction during emergency procedures for children
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if a non-wearable audiovisual distraction system (such as videos or sounds) can help reduce anxiety in children aged 6-12 during medical procedures in the emergency department, like blood draws or stitches.
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Who can take part
- You are between 6 and 12 years old
- You are visiting the emergency department and need a medical procedure like a blood draw, an IV, or stitches
- You and your parent or guardian agree to participate and can follow study rules
- You do not have severe developmental or cognitive delays that affect communication
- You do not have severe vision or hearing problems
- You are not severely ill or unstable, and do not have facial or upper body injuries that prevent wearing a heart monitor
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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