Agri Ibrahim Cecen University

This pilot study investigates whether an 8-week ketogenic diet—high in fat and very low in carbs—can improve lung function, reduce inflammation, and boost exercise capacity in men aged 40–75 with mild-to-moderate COPD. Participants are randomly assigned to either the ketogenic di…

This study tested whether mandala coloring and Nada Yoga music can help reduce pain and anxiety during childbirth. 104 pregnant women were split into four groups: coloring, music, both, or standard care. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, labor progress, and satisfaction. The go…

This study tested whether a short, clear conversation about how artificial intelligence is used in surgery care can reduce anxiety and improve a patient's sense of control before an operation. 120 adults scheduled for elective surgery were randomly assigned to either receive this…

This study tested a mobile app that gives pregnant women 24/7 access to a midwife, plus educational content and danger-sign alerts. Researchers wanted to see if it lowers stress, fear of childbirth, and boosts readiness and satisfaction. The trial included 107 first-time mothers …

This study tested whether listening to nada yoga music or squeezing a stress ball can lower anxiety and pain during a Pap smear. 128 women aged 30-56 took part. Researchers measured their anxiety and pain levels before, during, and after the test. The goal was to find simple, dru…

This study tested whether laughter yoga could help women in menopause who struggle with brain fog, low mood, and poor sleep. 97 women were split into two groups: one did 8 sessions of laughter yoga over 4 weeks, and the other did nothing. Researchers measured brain fog, psycholog…

This study looked at whether using white noise or squeezing a stress ball during a routine fetal heart rate test (NST) can lower anxiety and fear in pregnant women who are scheduled for a planned C-section. 168 women were split into four groups: white noise, stress ball, both, or…

This study tested whether regular footbaths during the luteal phase (the week or two before a period) could help women with premenstrual syndrome (PMS). 92 women participated, with one group receiving footbath therapy and the other receiving no treatment. Researchers measured sym…

This study looked at whether laughter yoga can improve well-being and psychological adjustment in first-year midwifery students. 54 students were randomly assigned to either a laughter yoga group or a control group. Researchers measured mental health and well-being using question…

This study looked at whether Oketani massage, a gentle breast massage technique, could improve breastfeeding success and reduce breast engorgement in mothers who gave birth by cesarean section. Researchers compared 58 mothers who received the massage to 58 who did not. The goal w…

This study looked at whether virtual reality glasses or simple game cards can help children aged 5 to 10 feel less fear, anxiety, and pain during wound care. Ninety kids were split into three groups: standard care, care with game cards, or care with virtual reality. Researchers m…

This study tested whether doing progressive relaxation exercises after emergency general surgery could help with pain, anxiety, and vital signs like heart rate and breathing. Seventy adults were randomly assigned to either do these exercises at specific times after surgery or rec…

This study tested whether an 8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction program could improve quality of life, sleep, and mental well-being in menopausal women. Researchers enrolled 86 women aged 45-64 who had not had a period for at least a year. Half took the mindfulness program…

This study tested whether a digital microlearning program—short, scenario-based online modules—could improve patient-safety awareness and error recognition in nursing students before they start surgical clinical practice. Ninety second-year nursing students were randomly assigned…

This study looked at how patients view the routine pain checks they receive after planned surgery. Researchers surveyed and interviewed 312 adults to understand whether these checks feel supportive or stressful, and how that affects trust in nurses and willingness to report pain.…

This study looked at whether parents' confidence in letting their child be independent affects how much pain children feel after minor surgery. About 150 children aged 3 to 18 and their parents took part at a hospital in Turkey. Parents filled out questionnaires, and children's p…

This study looked at whether puzzles or Kahoot games work better for teaching midwifery students. 39 second-year students were split into two groups to try each method. Researchers measured how motivated students felt, how much they enjoyed the game, and how satisfied they were w…

This study tested how different levels of leg compression affect blood circulation in 30 adults after surgery. Participants received three pressure levels (low, moderate, high) on their calves, and blood flow was measured non-invasively. The goal is to gather early evidence for m…

This study looked at whether an 8-hour kangaroo care training program helps final-year midwifery students improve their knowledge, skills, confidence, and empathy. 99 students took part in a randomized controlled trial. Researchers measured their learning before and after the tra…

This study looked at 200 emergency nurses in Turkey to understand how often they face stressful and traumatic events at work and how those events affect them emotionally. The nurses answered a questionnaire about their experiences over the past six months. The goal was to identif…

This study tested whether a structured nutrition education program could improve nursing students' nutrition knowledge, eating habits, physical activity, and sleep quality. Forty-two students took part in multiple educational sessions. Researchers measured changes right after the…