SATISFACTION

This trial tests whether showing children aged 7 to 12 a short video about what to expect during day surgery can reduce their fear and pain, and improve their satisfaction. Children are divided into three groups: one watches a video, one receives a scheduled training session, and…

This study tests whether using a virtual reality headset during PICC line placement can reduce anxiety and pain in cancer patients. About 120 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive VR plus standard care or standard care alone. The goal is to see if this non-drug appro…

This trial tests whether a virtual white board — an e-ink screen that shows patient status, care team information, and pending tests — can improve how satisfied patients feel during their emergency department stay. The study includes adults expected to stay at least four hours in…

This study tested a digital program to support the mental health of doctors during the COVID-19 pandemic. 293 physicians from Penn Medicine took part. The program included text messages, resource support, and peer groups. Researchers measured changes in well-being, depression, an…

This study tested whether applying acupressure to a specific point on the hip for one minute before an intramuscular injection could reduce pain, fear, and improve satisfaction. Sixty-eight adults receiving a diclofenac shot were randomly assigned to acupressure or standard care.…

This study tested whether showing children a short educational film before a bone marrow biopsy can reduce their anxiety, fear, and pain, and increase their satisfaction. Sixty children aged 7 to 12 took part. The goal was to see if a simple video could make a stressful medical p…

This study tested whether showing children a short movie before an endoscopy procedure can reduce their fear and anxiety and increase their satisfaction. The movie explained what would happen step-by-step. Researchers measured fear, anxiety, and satisfaction in 90 children aged 9…

This study tested whether lidocaine or benzocaine sprays could reduce pain and improve satisfaction during needle insertion for hemodialysis. 60 patients were randomly assigned to receive one of the two numbing sprays or a placebo. The goal was to see if these sprays make the pro…

This study tested whether showing patients a virtual tour of the surgical environment before their orthopedic surgery could lower their anxiety and boost satisfaction. 70 adults with no prior surgery experience participated. Researchers measured anxiety and satisfaction levels be…

This study tested whether a virtual reality (VR) tour of the operating theatre could reduce anxiety in children before surgery. 114 children who had never had surgery were randomly assigned to either a VR tour or standard preparation. Researchers measured anxiety levels using a s…

This trial compares game-based learning—using a digital escape room—to traditional education for teaching pain management to second-year nursing students. Researchers will measure students' knowledge, motivation, and satisfaction right after the lesson and again two weeks later. …

This study compared two common sedation drugs, propofol and dexmedetomidine, in 65 older adults undergoing a less invasive heart valve replacement called TAVR. The goal was to see which drug leads to better kidney function, less confusion, and fewer complications after the proced…

This study looked at whether listening to a podcast could help nursing students learn about waste management better than traditional methods. About 91 first-year nursing students took part, with half listening to a podcast and the other half learning as usual. Researchers measure…

This study surveyed 128 adults in Gaza who have used a lower limb prosthesis for at least six months. Researchers measured their satisfaction with life and their prosthesis, as well as their overall quality of life during the ongoing war. No treatments or interventions were given…

This study looked at whether a special planning tool, called a POST form, helps older adults (65+) get the medical care they prefer at the end of life. Researchers worked with 389 people, including those with dementia, to see if their treatment matched their wishes. The goal was …