Akdeniz University

This study tests whether a telerehabilitation coaching program (TeleSCoP) can help people who have had an ischemic stroke feel more confident managing their health, lower their blood pressure and cholesterol, and avoid going back to the hospital. Sixty adults aged 45 and older wi…

This study looks at whether a musical-moving toy can help children aged 4-6 feel less afraid when getting an IV. The toy is used as a distraction during the procedure. Researchers will measure fear levels, how many tries it takes to place the IV, and how long it takes. The goal i…

This study tests a special emotional support program for people who have had a kidney transplant. The program is based on a model that focuses on building a caring relationship between the patient and the healthcare provider. The goal is to help patients better manage their emoti…

This study tests a nursing care program based on Human Caring Theory for 48 teens aged 14-18 who self-harm. The program uses one-on-one talks to help improve self-esteem, coping skills, and self-compassion. Half the teens get the program, half get usual care, and researchers comp…

This study looks at how the height of a hospital bed affects the quality of chest compressions during CPR on children. 25 pediatric doctors will each perform CPR on a child-sized manikin at four different bed heights. The goal is to find the best bed height to help rescuers give …

This study watches brain oxygen levels in 40 adults having shoulder surgery while sitting upright (beach chair position). Researchers want to see if a special light-based monitor (NIRS) gives extra useful information compared to standard vital sign checks. The goal is to learn mo…

This study is checking if a blood marker called GDF-15 can help doctors predict early complications and death in people with advanced heart failure who are getting a mechanical heart pump (LVAD). Researchers will measure GDF-15 levels before surgery in about 48 adults and then tr…