During Inhaler Application, Children Were Given Stress Ball and Storybook Reading Interventions

The Effects of Stress Ball and Storybook Reading During Inhaler Application on Fear and Anxiety in Children

It aims to examine the effects of stress ball and book reading methods on children's fear and anxiety levels during inhalation.

Ninety-nine volunteer children aged 5-6 who will receive inhalation therapy will be randomly assigned to three groups: stress ball, storybook reading, and control. Children will be assessed before, during, and after the procedure. Inhalation-related fear will be assessed using the Children's Fear Scale, and anxiety will be assessed using the Children's State Anxiety Scale. Furthermore, children's demographic data will be recorded on the Information Form.

Inclusion Criteria:

• No audiovisual impairment,
• Being open to communication and
• Must be accompanied by a parent.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having special needs,
• Having an audio-visual impairment,
• Learning difficulties or mental retardation and
• Children whose parents do not agree to participate in the study.