RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07417839

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

Sponsor

University of Baghdad

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

Apr 8, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Fear is a Common Psychological Response Undergoing Medical Procedures,Act From Uncertainty, Anticipation of Pain, Loss of Control, Previous Negative Experiences

Summary

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.

Eligibility

Min Age: 3 YearsMax Age: 6 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Nebuliser toy and a behavioral approach called distraction card for people with fear is a common psychological response undergoing medical procedures,act from uncertainty, anticipation of pain, loss of control, previous negative experiences. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALdistraction card

Set of 3-6 colorful picture cards featuring engaging images (animals, counting games, hidden objects) held 12-18 inches from the child's face during nebulization. Nurse flips cards every 1-2 minutes while prompting interactive questions (e.g., "How many stars?" or "Find the bear") to cognitively distract the child aged 3-6 from the mask, promoting calm breathing over 10-15 minute sessions (3x/week for 4 weeks). Used as non-physical, passive distraction in the control arm.

BEHAVIORALNebuliser toy

Children aged 3-6 receive nebulization therapy using an interactive toy nebulizer (animal-shaped mask with playful features like a blow-out tongue). Nurse guides play-based breathing games during 10-15 minute sessions (3x/week for 4 weeks) to reduce fear while delivering medication.

Locations(1)

Hospital Ibn Al Atheer

Baghdad, Mousl, Iraq

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