Survey on Parents' Understanding of Pediatric Sedation

Survey of Parental Perception of Procedural Analgosedation in Pediatric Age.

Observational IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna · NCT06794879

This study is trying to understand what parents know and feel about sedation for their kids during medical procedures to improve communication and support from healthcare providers.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment700 (estimated)
SexAll
SponsorIRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bologna, Italy)
Trial IDNCT06794879 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to gather insights from parents regarding their knowledge and perceptions of procedural sedation for their children. By conducting surveys, the study seeks to identify gaps in understanding and highlight parents' expectations and concerns. The findings will inform strategies to enhance communication between healthcare providers and parents, ultimately guiding the development of training programs for better management of procedural sedation.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are parents or guardians of children aged 2 months to 14 years who are attending a withdrawal clinic.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have parents or guardians available to participate in the survey may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved communication and understanding between healthcare providers and parents, enhancing the overall experience of procedural sedation for pediatric patients.

How similar studies have performed: While similar studies on parental perceptions have been conducted, this specific approach focusing on procedural sedation in pediatrics may provide novel insights.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Parents of children between the ages of 2 months and 14 years who are afferent to the withdrawal clinic

Exclusion Criteria:

* None

Where this trial is running

Bologna, Italy

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions AnalgesiaSensation, Hyperalgesicprocedural analgosedation
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.