(Effect of Toy Nebulizer Versus Distraction Cards on Children's Fear and Parental Satisfaction During Nebulization Therapy: A Comparative Study

Goal To compare the effectiveness of a toy nebulizer versus distraction cards in reducing fear among children during nebulization therapy while improving parental satisfaction. Aim To evaluate and measure children's fear levels and parents' satisfaction when using toy nebulizers compared to distraction cards in nebulization sessions. Null hypothesis: (Hᴏ) There is no statistically significant difference in fear levels among children, and parental satisfaction scores in in the toy nebulizer, distraction cards, and control groups. Alternative hypothesis: (H₁) There is a statistically significant difference in fear levels among children, and parental satisfaction scores in the toy nebulizer, distraction cards, and control groups.

NCT Number	NCT07417839
Lead Sponsor	University of Baghdad
Conditions	Fear is a Common Psychological Response Undergoing Medical Procedures,Act From Uncertainty, Anticipation of Pain, Loss of Control, Previous Negative Experiences
Enrollment	120 participants
Start Date	2026-04-08
Primary Completion	2026-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-08-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-08-03