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Effect of storytelling on reducing procedural distress among pediatric patients

Bhasara Kalpana Ramji1, Mahalakshmi B1, Siva Subramanian N2

  • 1Department of Pediatric Nursing, Nootan College of Nursing, Sankalchand Patel University, Visnagar, Gujarat, India.

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|February 2, 2026
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Storytelling significantly reduces physiological distress in children during medical procedures. This low-cost intervention improves vital signs and oxygen saturation, offering a safe adjunct to standard care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Child Psychology
  • Medical Intervention

Background:

  • Invasive medical procedures can cause significant distress in children.
  • Non-pharmacological interventions are sought to manage procedural anxiety and pain.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of storytelling on physiological responses in children undergoing invasive medical procedures.
  • To determine if storytelling can reduce procedural distress and improve patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A one-group pre-test-post-test design was employed.
  • Forty-one children aged 3-12 years participated.
  • Physiological parameters were measured before and after a 15-20 minute storytelling session.

Main Results:

  • Significant reductions were observed in respiratory rate, pulse rate, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, and temperature.
  • Oxygen saturation (SpO2) showed a significant improvement.
  • Storytelling demonstrated a measurable positive effect on multiple physiological indicators of distress.

Conclusions:

  • Storytelling is an effective, low-cost, and culturally adaptable intervention for reducing procedural distress in children.
  • Incorporating storytelling into pediatric nursing care can serve as a safe adjunct to pharmacological approaches.
  • This non-pharmacological method holds potential for routine use in pediatric healthcare settings.

Keywords:
Storytellingblood pressurenon-pharmacological interventionoxygen saturationpediatric patientsphysiological responsespulse raterespiratory rate

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