Trakya University

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during open inguinal hernia surgery with spinal anesthesia could lower anxiety and boost comfort. 84 patients were split into two groups: one watched a video using VR goggles during surgery, the other did not. Researchers …

This study tested whether teaching good sleep habits could help people with painful diabetic nerve damage sleep better and feel better overall. Twenty-four patients were split into two groups: one received a booklet and face-to-face sleep training from a nurse, while the other co…

This study tested whether soaking feet in warm water for 20 minutes before pituitary tumor surgery helps patients feel less anxious and keeps vital signs stable. 100 adults were enrolled, with one group receiving the foot bath and the other standard care. Researchers measured anx…

This study looked at whether using special thermal blankets before open heart surgery can help patients feel more comfortable and shiver less. 105 adults having their first open heart surgery were randomly given either a thermal blanket, a forced-air warming blanket, or a standar…

This study tested whether playing a xylophone during an IV insertion can help hospitalized children aged 3 to 6 feel less pain and fear. 64 children were randomly assigned to either play the toy with a nurse or receive standard care. Researchers measured pain, fear, and parent sa…

This study looked at ways to reduce tooth sensitivity after deep cleaning for gum disease. 48 adults with sensitive teeth received either a desensitizing gel (Gluma), a special laser, or both. Their pain was measured over 6 months. The goal was to see if combining treatments work…

This study looked at whether adding whole body vibration training to standard physical therapy helps children with mild to moderate cerebral palsy improve their balance, walking, and leg function. 36 children were split into three groups: vibration barefoot, vibration with shoes,…

This study looked at whether painting mandalas (circular, patterned designs) can help women with gynecologic cancer feel less anxious and more emotionally balanced before and after surgery. 84 women participated, with some doing mandala painting and others receiving standard care…

This study tested whether watching videos with virtual reality (VR) goggles could lower anxiety in 96 adults before abdominal surgery. Patients used a smart bracelet to measure stress and heart rate, and reported their anxiety on a simple scale. The goal was to see if a calming V…

This study tested if a social robot could help children aged 4-12 with chronic diseases feel less fear and pain during a blood draw. 90 children were split into three groups: one that played with a robot, one that played a digital game, and one that received standard care. The go…

This study looked at whether giving training to pregnant women and their partners helps them handle stress together, get along better, and feel better overall. 68 couples took part. The training focused on coping with stress as a team and understanding pregnancy changes. The goal…

This study tested whether using 360-degree video technology with virtual reality glasses could improve nursing students' ability to insert intravenous catheters. Forty-eight first-year nursing students were randomly assigned to learn with VR-enhanced teaching or standard methods.…

This study looked at whether solving crossword puzzles helps nursing students learn how to give intramuscular injections. 140 students took part, with some solving puzzles about the skill before practicing. Researchers measured their motivation, mental effort, and skill performan…

This study looked at whether simulation-supported training helps nursing students gain knowledge and skills about vulvar cancer and self-examination. 94 nursing students took part. The goal was to see if this training improves their understanding and attitudes toward clinical pra…

This study looked at whether teaching kidney patients about their condition using Roy's Adaptation Model helps them stick to their immunosuppressive medications and adapt better to their chronic disease. Researchers worked with 78 adults starting immunosuppressive therapy for the…

This study looked at whether a person's natural sleep-wake pattern (chronotype) affects their motivation and grades when taught using a flipped classroom approach. 111 nursing students participated, with some learning through online videos before class. Researchers measured motiv…

This study looked at 260 adults in the intensive care unit (ICU) who needed oxygen therapy. Researchers found that about 60% of patients had too much oxygen in their blood (hyperoxemia). Those with hyperoxemia had longer stays in the ICU and hospital, and a much higher chance of …

This study looked at whether teaching people with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease about their illness helps them follow their treatment plan, take care of themselves, and feel better overall. A total of 119 patients took part. The results will show if education can improve ho…

This study examined skin samples from 15 people with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) and 15 healthy volunteers to measure certain genes and proteins linked to inflammation. The goal was to better understand what causes HS and find possible markers of disease severity. No treatment …