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Effects of Cartoons & Interactive Storytelling on Fear and Comfort in 6-9 Year Olds During Nebulizer Treatment

StatusRecruiting
PhaseNot applicable
Started
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Record status
This record was last updated July 20, 2026 (before its estimated September 30, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Trial flagged as At Risk
Primary completion moved at least 3 months later Jun 30, 2026 → Sep 30, 2026
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Record History

  1. Recruitment opened
    • Primary completion pushed from Jun 30, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026
    • Site details revised
    v2
  2. Study First Submitted
  • Stopped: an ongoing trial was terminated, suspended or withdrawn.
  • Notable: the trial’s plan changed such as a big move in its timeline or size, a new primary endpoint, sponsor or phase, or recruiting opened or resumed.
  • Minor: routine progress and housekeeping, such as sites added or enrollment closed.
Fear and anxiety experienced by children during inhalation therapy (using a nebulizer or vaporizer) are key factors that make treatment compliance difficult and reduce the quality of care. Young children, in particular, may perceive this process as "threatening" due to mask use, the noise produced by the device, and a sense of loss of control. This situation triggers a significant physiological stress response in the child. Therefore, in pediatric nursing, non-pharmacological methods that increase children's participation in treatment are of great importance. The literature indicates that interventions such as showing cartoons, playing music, and using distracting visual materials both reduce anxiety and improve stress indicators like heart rate. Additionally, therapeutic play has been proven to help children adapt to the hospital environment and soothe their emotional reactions. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a nursing intervention-designed to enhance children's physical comfort and manage their fear and anxiety during inhalation therapy-that is breath-synchronized, interactive, and story-based.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07516249
Lead Sponsor Mersin University
Conditions
(from sponsor)		 Distraction Methods, Nursing Care
Related terms Respiratory Aspiration
Enrollment 96 participants
Start Date
Primary Completion (estimated)
Study Completion (estimated)
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