Unlike traditional video games developed solely for entertainment purposes, game-based
learning employs intentionally crafted approaches that seamlessly merge entertainment and …

Background Procedural pain and anxiety in children can be poorly controlled, leading to
significant short-and long-term sequelae, such as longer procedure times or future …

Videogames use has constantly increased among children and adolescents, with uncertain
consequences on their health. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of videogames …

Background Games are increasingly being used as a means of alleviating pain and anxiety
in paediatric patients, in the view that this form of distraction is effective, non‐invasive and …

Many youth experience mental health problems and digital games hold potential as mental
health interventions. This systematic review provides an overview of randomised controlled …

Purpose Music and animation are the most common and affordable distraction strategies to
reduce preoperative anxiety in children; however, their effects are inconsistent. This study …

Purpose Anxiety and pain are experienced by most children undergoing surgical
procedures. Untreated anxiety delays postoperative recovery and also increases the risk of …

Background Delirium prevention is crucial, especially in critically ill patients.
Nonpharmacological multicomponent interventions for preventing delirium are increasingly …

Surgery is considered a stressful experience for children because of their unfamiliarity with
the environment and medical procedures. Anxiety interferes with anesthesia induction and …

Background Reducing preoperative anxiety can help optimize surgical care. Aim To analyze
the effectiveness of verbal guidance by nurses versus verbal guidance combined with a …