Pediatric invasive pictorial shield

Abstract

The Pediatric Invasive Pictorial Shield is a device designed to reduce negative emotions such as pain, stress, and fear experienced by children during clinical procedures, including blood sampling and other invasive interventions. The device is designed to be worn around the upper arm, produced using 3D printing technology, and features pictorial illustrations on its front surface. During the procedure, the child's attention is diverted by asking questions related to the pictures, reducing the child's focus on the medical process. The device is suitable for children aged 6 to 10 years. It can be used in hospitals and is suitable for mass production using 3D printers.

Description

[0001] Pediatric Invasive Pictorial Shield

[0002] The invention relates to the field of nursing and child health.

[0003] In the prior art, devices such as Buzzy® - Needle Fear & Pain Relief, ShotBlocker, and ConceptoShield are known, which are designed to reduce pain and fear experienced by children during invasive procedures.

[0004] The Pediatric Invasive Pictorial Shield aims to reduce the sensations of pain, stress, and fear experienced by children and to provide visual distraction through engaging illustrations during clinical interventions such as blood sampling and other invasive procedures.

[0005] Compared to existing devices, the present invention is more effective because it conceals the procedural area and distracts the child’s attention with visual elements, thereby helping the child focus away from the ongoing medical procedure.

[0006] The device is designed to be worn around the upper arm, just above the elbow. The front panel functions as a shield, concealing the needle and procedural area from the child, while the illustrations on its surface attract and divert the child’s attention.

[0007] The device is manufactured using 3D printing technology. The device, worn on the child’s arm, is secured using a replaceable tourniquet that can be attached and removed as needed.

[0008] During the procedure, nurses ask the child questions about the illustrations on the device to distract attention from the medical procedure through the visual elements.

[0009] Parents are also involved in the procedure: the nurse positions the child next to the parent and encourages the parent to assist the child with the illustrations, for example by helping them find specific images or directing their attention to the images.

[0010] While the child answers questions or interacts with the parent, the child does not see the medical intervention, and procedures such as blood sampling or intravenous access are carried out simultaneously.

[0011] As a result, negative emotional responses are reduced. The device is intended for children aged 6-10 years.

[0012] Description of Figures

[0013] • Figure 1 : Front view of the device

[0014] • Figure 2: View of the groove located between the lower parts

[0015] • Figure 3: View of the two lower parts in a disassembled state

[0016] • Figure 4: View of the upper part

[0017] • Figures 5 and 6: Views of the lower parts

[0018] The upper part (1 ) functions as a barrier that prevents the child from seeing the needle or the blood collection process during venipuncture.

[0019] It measures 180x200 mm with a thickness of 2 mm.

[0020] On the lower side of the upper part (1 ), there is an indentation (2) designed to fit into the corresponding notch (5) on the lower part, ensuring the connection between them.

[0021] The upper part (1 ) is made of PETG filament material, and illustrations printed on stickers are applied to its surface.

[0022] The lower parts (3, 4) are designed to support the upper part and to ensure that the device remains fixed on the child’s arm.

[0023] They also allow the tourniquet to pass through the space between them during blood collection.

[0024] The lower parts (3, 4) are produced from TPU material to provide flexibility.

[0025] The lower parts (3, 4), when assembled, form a section with a 50 mm diameter that fits around the arm and have a notch (5) designed for the indentation of the upper part to fit into. The two lower parts are connected to each other via a claw (7) and a corresponding claw recess (8).

[0026] When the two lower parts are separated, the tourniquet can be inserted the U- shaped groove (6) to allow proper placement.

[0027] The invention can be utilized in hospitals and healthcare institutions. It can be produced in series using 3D printers.

[0028] Reference Numbers • (1 ) upper part

[0029] • (2) indentation fitting into the notch on the lower part

[0030] • (3, 4) lower parts

[0031] • (5) notch on the lower part

[0032] • (6) U-shaped groove for the tourniquet • (7) claw

[0033] • (8) claw recess

Claims

AMENDED CLAIMS received by the International Bureau on 01 March 2026 (01.03.2026)[Claim 1] The invention is a Pediatric Invasive Pictorial Shield, characterized in that it comprises:- at least one upper part (1) that includes visual elements, which is attachable, detachable, and replaceable;-lower parts (3, 4) consisting of two pieces that can be joined and separated from each other, and a notch (5) formed by the joining of these two lower parts (3, 4) and configured to enable the upper part (1) to be attached and detached;- a protrusion (2) formed on a lower surface of the upper part (1) to provide a connection between the upper part (1) and the lower parts (3, 4), wherein the protrusion (2) fits into said notch (5);-a U-shaped groove (6) formed between the lower parts to accommodate the placement of a tourniquet;-a claw (7) and a corresponding claw recess (8), which engage with each other to interconnect the lower parts.

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