2. Count the number of times the basketball changes hands between the people wearing white shirts. Ready…GO! Click on the basketball to start (then close the browser at the end of the video clip)

3.  Did you notice how many doors there were?  What was the color of the floor?  What was the letter spray painted on the wall?  Did you notice the gorilla walking around?

4. Remember to look out for the gorilla! Click on the gorilla to start (then close the browser at the end of the video clip)

5.  Distraction helps the child focus on something interesting and fun.  Distraction offers the child choices and gives a sense of control over medical situations.  Distraction interventions help the child cope with their experiences.

6.  Noisemaker Regulates heart beat Regulates body movement

8.  Fidget items Releases tension

10.  Wish bottles Allows for creative expression

12.  Aquarium Allows for exploration and investigation  Bubbles Hand eye movement

14.  Story telling/reading Allows for transfer, identification, and imagination

16.  Humor Allows for escape and stress relief

17.  Magic Allows for diversion of attention

19.  Art Allows for personal expression

20.  Music Redirects thoughts and elicits emotions  Puppets Projects emotions and experiences

22. Distraction techniques are effective tools for Child Life Educators to use in all areas of the hospital.

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