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To evaluate how distraction methods affect pain and anxiety levels during blood collection in children aged 9–13.

January 14, 2026Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)Open Access

Effects of distraction methods on anxiety and pain during blood collection in children aged 9–13

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To evaluate how distraction methods affect pain and anxiety levels during blood collection in children aged 9–13.
Randomized controlled experimental study with 450 children aged 9–13
Participants divided into 3 groups: cartoons, cold application, and control
Pain and anxiety assessed using Wong-Baker FACES and Visual Analog Scale.
Both distraction methods (cartoons and cold application) resulted in significantly lower pain scores compared to the control group (P < 0.001)
Less pain noted in Buzzy and cartoon groups compared to control.
The results indicate that distraction methods can effectively reduce venipuncture pain in children.

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Randomized controlled trial shows distraction methods reduce pain and anxiety during blood collection in children, suggesting effective non-drug interventions.

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Ünal et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69671985c0d1e3cfbfce8de1 https://doi.org/10.1007/s11845-025-04267-x

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Randomized controlled trial shows distraction methods reduce pain and anxiety during blood collection in children, suggesting effective non-drug interventions.

Effects of distraction methods on anxiety and pain during blood collection in children aged 9–13

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Effects of distraction methods on anxiety and pain during blood collection in children aged 9–13

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