An experimental study to assess the effectiveness of the kaleidoscope in reducing pain during the venipuncture procedure among hospitalized children at selected hospitals of Gurugram, Haryana
Quasi-experimental design shows reduced pain during venipuncture in hospitalized children, indicating non-pharmacological strategies improve pediatric care.
Key Points
The mean pain score in the experimental group was significantly lower compared to the control group, demonstrating the effectiveness of kaleidoscope distraction during venipuncture.
Pain was assessed using the Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale, revealing a clear improvement in pain management for children using kaleidoscopes.
A total of 64 children aged 5–8 years participated, with a significant association found between age and pain level in the experimental group.
Kaleidoscope distraction may become a valuable addition to pediatric care, offering a simple and affordable alternative to pharmacological pain management.