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The Effects of Finger Painting During Nebulization Therapy on Fear and Anxiety Levels in Children
Sponsor: Firat University
Summary
Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of finger-painting intervention administered during nebulization therapy on the fear and anxiety levels of children. Methods: This randomized controlled trial was conducted in the pediatric ward of a city hospital between August 2025 and February 2026. The study was completed with 106 children aged 3-6 years (study group = 53, control group = 53). The data were collected by using Demographic Information Form, Children's Fear Scale, and Children's Anxiety Scale-State Anxiety. The study group received finger-painting intervention during nebulization therapy, while the control group received only routine care.
Official title: The Effects of Finger Painting as an Intervention During Nebulization Therapy on Fear and Anxiety Levels in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
3 Years - 6 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
106
Start Date
2025-08-03
Completion Date
2026-02-15
Last Updated
2026-10-23
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
the finger-painting
Before nebulization therapy, the children were provided with finger paints and shown how to use them. They were then asked to engage in finger painting during the nebulization therapy.
Locations (1)
Fırat University
Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye)