Polka dots vs. plain tape: a colorful approach to children's IV pain
NCT ID NCT07316036
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether using patterned (decorative) tape instead of plain tape to hold an IV in place can lower pain and improve vital signs in children. Forty kids aged 3-12 who get regular IV therapy for chronic conditions will try both types of tape on different days. Researchers will measure pain using a standard scale and check oxygen levels and heart rate before and after.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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40 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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3 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria:- Children aged between 3 and 12 years * Children who regularly receive intravenous therapy for chronic conditions * Ability of the child and parent/legal guardian to understand the study procedures * Written informed consent obtained from the parent or legal guardian * Assent obtained from the child when appropriate Exclusion Criteria: * \- Presence of acute pain at the time of the procedure * Diagnosis of conditions that may interfere with pain assessment, such as cerebral palsy or neuromuscular or peripheral nervous system disorders * Requirement for more than one intravenous catheter insertion attempt during the procedure * Withdrawal of consent by the child or parent/legal guardian
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Necmettin Erbakan Üniversitesi
Konya, Meram, 42000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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