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Effect of Using a Dragon Design Nebulizer Mask on Treatment Duration, Compliance and Fear in Children
Sponsor: Koç University
Summary
Incorporating playful elements into medical devices has been shown to enhance the overall experience for pediatric patients. Children want a healthcare setting that is spacious, creative, imaginative, and contemporary. Additionally, a current retrospective study of 127,368 pediatric patients indicates that 71.26% of the visits involved children under five years old, and 23.64% of the cases were due to respiratory infections. This information highlights the prevalence of inhaler therapy in emergency departments, particularly among young children with respiratory issues. This study aims to evaluate the impact of using dragon/turtle-themed nebulizer masks on treatment application time, treatment adherence, and fear levels in children who present to emergency rooms. By addressing these environmental and procedural challenges, the study seeks to improve the overall experience and outcomes for pediatric patients undergoing inhaler therapy.
Official title: Effect of Using a Dragon Design Nebulizer Mask on Treatment Duration, Compliance and Fear in Children Presenting to the Emergency Department: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
3 Years - 6 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
140
Start Date
2024-10
Completion Date
2025-10
Last Updated
2024-08-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
dragon themed nebulizer masks
This study is an experimental investigation aiming to evaluate the effect of a dragon-themed nebulizer mask (Figure 1), identified during a literature review by the researchers, on the duration of inhaler treatment application, treatment adherence, and children's fear levels. The dragon-designed nebulizer mask, with its colorful and toy-like appearance, is intended to calm children using pediatric aerosol masks. The mask is made of very soft, latex-free plastic, ensuring comfortable use for pediatric patients. It is compatible with all nebulizers and suitable for use in hospital settings. Unlike standard nebulizer masks, its appearance is designed with a dragon character specifically for pediatric patients. The mask is manufactured in China.
Locations (1)
Koc University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)