Simple video may take the fear out of Kids' blood tests

NCT ID NCT07152665

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Dokuz Eylul University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether showing educational videos to children aged 4-7 and their parents before a blood draw can lower the child's pain, fear, and anxiety. About 76 children will take part, and researchers will measure their distress using standard scales. The goal is to find an easy, non-drug way to improve the experience 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: video-based educational content
What this could lead to: If it works, this could give parents and hospitals a simple, low-cost way to make blood draws less scary for young children.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 76 children, so results may not apply to all kids or settings. The videos may not reduce pain or fear as hoped.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BLOOD DRAWING PROCEDURE FEAR ANXIETY PAIN

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Locations

School of Nursing

Izmir, İzmir, (532) 681-4737, Turkey (Türkiye)

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