Can a gentle screen soothe a Child's fear in the ER?
NCT ID NCT07761637
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a non-wearable audiovisual display, like a mobile screen showing calming content, can reduce anxiety in children aged 6 to 12 during emergency department procedures such as blood draws or stitches. Participants are randomly assigned to either use the distraction device or receive standard care, while their anxiety is measured through physiological signals and behavioral observation. The goal is to see if this simple, non-drug approach can make emergency visits less stressful for young patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Non-wearable audiovisual distraction using a mobile display system (LG StanbyME) providing gentle, low-stimulation content during emergency department procedures.
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease anxiety in children during emergency procedures, potentially improving their experience and outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is relatively small and early-stage, and results may not apply to all pediatric settings. The distraction may not significantly reduce anxiety compared to standard care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin Branch
Douliu, Yunlin County, 640203, Taiwan
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