Effects of Robotic Pet and Video-Based Distraction on Pain, Fear, and Anxiety in Children During Venipuncture

In the researchers' words

The goal of this randomized controlled clinical trial is to evaluate the effects of robotic pet and video-based distraction on pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 5-10 years undergoing venipuncture. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does robotic pet distraction reduce pain, fear, and anxiety in children during venipuncture? * Does video-based distraction reduce pain, fear, and anxiety in children during venipuncture? * Are there differences in pain, fear, and anxiety among children receiving robotic pet distraction, video-based distraction, and routine care? Children who met the eligibility criteria were randomly assigned to one of three groups the robotic pet group, video-based distraction group, or control group using simple randomization. The randomization sequence was computer-generated using RANDOM.ORG and prepared by an independent statistician. The uploaded randomization record confirms that a random sequence of participant numbers from 1 to 81 was generated. Allocation concealment was maintained using sequentially numbered, sealed, opaque envelopes, which were opened after each participant was enrolled in the study. Participants: Robotic pet group: interacted with a robotic pet as a distraction intervention during venipuncture. Video-based distraction group: watched an animal video as a distraction intervention during venipuncture. Control group:…