Induction in the Dark

This study investigates whether dimming the lights in the operating room during the process of putting a child to sleep with anesthesia helps reduce their anxiety and makes the experience more comfortable. **You may be eligible if...** - Your child is between 2 and 6 years old - They are having an elective (non-emergency) outpatient surgical procedure - They will be given general anesthesia through a face mask - A parent or guardian is willing to be present in the room during the process of going under anesthesia - They have an American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) status of I or II (generally healthy or with mild illness) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your child has had surgery before - Your child has a fear of the dark - There are medical reasons why mask induction of anesthesia is not appropriate (e.g., drug allergy, ate/drank before surgery, severe acid reflux, active vomiting) - Your child has a severe developmental delay - Your child has extreme pre-existing anxiety - Your child is currently taking psychiatric medications - Your family does not speak English Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.