Koç University

This study tested whether using a suction toothbrush for oral care could reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in intubated ICU patients. 111 adults on breathing machines were randomly assigned to cleaning with distilled water or a chlorhexidine solution using the suction …

This study tested two special pillows—a fluidized positioner and a memory foam pillow—to see which better prevents pressure injuries on the heads of children in the pediatric intensive care unit. Thirty-two children on ventilators were enrolled. The goal is to find a simple way t…

This study tested whether wearing an eye-ear sleep band, which blocks light and noise, could improve sleep quality in 100 adults admitted to a coronary care unit with acute coronary syndrome. Each patient spent one night with the band and one night with standard care, in random o…

This study tested whether wearing a virtual reality headset showing a nature video could reduce pain and anxiety in 90 adults undergoing coronary angiography, a heart procedure where patients are awake. One group watched the VR video during the procedure, while the other received…

This study tested a realistic breathing toy (a plush dog that moves and sounds like it's breathing) to distract children aged 1-3 during blood draws. Eighty kids were split into two groups: one used the toy, the other got standard care. Results showed the toy group had 51% less p…

This study tested whether a nightly warm foot bath can reduce fatigue in children aged 7-12 with lymphoma who are undergoing chemotherapy. Sixty children took a 20-minute foot bath at 38-40°C for 7 days. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could improve their en…

This study tested whether kinesio taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) can improve arm and hand function, reduce pain, and boost mood in people who recently had a stroke. 26 adults with arm weakness were randomly assigned to get either real kinesio taping or a fake …

This study tested a mobile app called HopeMove designed to help teenagers with cancer stay physically active and reduce fatigue. Fifteen adolescents aged 13 to 18 who were receiving cancer treatment used the app for four weeks, doing guided exercises at least three times a week. …

This study tested whether a 12-week virtual reality exercise program done at home could improve exercise capacity in children with cystic fibrosis. 36 kids aged 12-16 were split into two groups: one used VR headsets for team activities, the other did standard online exercises. Th…

This study tested whether interpersonal psychotherapy (a type of talk therapy) could help breast cancer patients who are at risk for depression. Forty-two patients with stage II or III breast cancer took part. The therapy aimed to lower depression scores and improve how patients …

This study tested whether a colorful, interactive toy called the Storytelling Caterpillar could help children aged 3 to 6 feel less pain and anxiety during a blood draw. 140 children were randomly assigned to either use the toy during the procedure or receive standard care. Resea…

This study tested whether a type of talk therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) can help adults who experienced the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. Thirty-six participants with PTSD symptoms were randomly assigned to receive CPT or usual care. The goal was to see if CPT re…

This pilot study tested a culturally adapted form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CA-CBT) for adults who experienced the earthquakes in Türkiye and have high psychological distress. Sixty participants received 8 group sessions focusing on trauma education, emotion regulation, an…

This study tests whether a peer-supported education program can increase nursing students' awareness of climate change and its effects on health. Around 90 nursing students will receive training from fellow students and complete surveys before and after to measure changes in thei…

This study tested whether using a mask to help patients breathe during anesthesia affects the surgeon's view and bowel condition in robotic colorectal surgery. Sixty adults were randomly assigned to receive mask ventilation or no mask ventilation before intubation. The researcher…

This completed study looked at how different lying positions affect air and blood flow in the lungs of 40 healthy volunteers—half with obesity and half without. Using a non-invasive imaging tool called electrical impedance tomography (EIT), researchers measured how well ventilati…

This study tested whether virtual reality (VR) or computer-based simulation helps nursing students learn ECG better than traditional lab practice. 90 first-year nursing students took part. They attended a lecture, then were split into three groups for a 90-minute training session…

This study tested whether ultrasound can detect early facial muscle changes in people with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a rare muscle disease. Researchers compared 20 FSHD patients with 19 healthy adults, measuring muscle thickness and echo intensity in key faci…

This study tested a mobile app called ChemoNurs, designed to help oncology nurses learn about chemotherapy drugs. Fifty-nine nurses from one hospital in Turkey used the app, and researchers measured changes in their knowledge and attitudes. The goal was to see if a simple smartph…