(Effect of Toy Nebulizer Versus Distraction Cards on Children's Fear and Parental Satisfaction During Nebulization Therapy: A Comparative Study

Background Nebulization therapy is essential for children with respiratory conditions like asthma, but it often causes significant fear and anxiety in young patients. Distraction techniques help reduce distress, yet more engaging methods like toy nebulizers may offer better outcomes. This study compares these two non-pharmacological interventions. Study Design A comparative randomized controlled trial involving children aged 3-8 years undergoing nebulization. Participants are randomly assigned to either a toy nebulizer group (interactive play device mimicking nebulization) or distraction cards group (visual/pictorial cards). Fear levels are assessed using the Child Fear Scale (CFS), and parental satisfaction via a 5-point Likert scale. Objectives Primary: Measure reduction in children's fear during therapy. Secondary: Evaluate parental satisfaction and therapy completion rates. Procedures Sessions occur in a pediatric clinic over 4 weeks (3 sessions per child). Pre- and post-session assessments capture fear and satisfaction data. Data analysis uses t-tests and ANOVA for statistical significance (p\<0.05). Expected Outcomes Toy nebulizers are hypothesized to lower fear more effectively than distraction cards, leading to higher parental satisfaction and better adherence to therapy.