Simple QR code video may ease ICU family anxiety

NCT ID NCT07660705

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Elazıg Fethi Sekin Sehir Hastanesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving family members of ICU patients a QR code that links to an educational video can improve their understanding of the ICU and reduce their anxiety. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard verbal information or the same information plus access to the video. Researchers measure knowledge, anxiety, and satisfaction at the start, within 24 hours, and again 72 hours later.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: QR Code-Based Digital Educational Video
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help families cope with the stress of having a loved one in the ICU.
What could go wrong: This is a small, single-center study, so results may not apply broadly. The video may not reduce anxiety more than standard verbal information.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Health Education

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY FAMILY MEMBERS OF INTENSIVE CARE UNIT PATIENTS HEALTH EDUCATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Elazığ Fethi Sekin City Hospital

Elâzığ, Merkez, 23100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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