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Calming screens and music tested to soothe ICU patients

NCT ID NCT07820839

Symptom relief Sponsor: Cumhuriyet University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 15, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers are testing whether showing calming landscape images on a tablet while playing classical music through headphones can reduce anxiety and improve sleep for patients in the intensive care unit. The trial includes 70 conscious adults who can see, hear, and communicate, and who are expected to stay in the ICU for at least two days. Half receive the visual and auditory stimulation each morning for three days, while the other half receive routine care. The study measures changes in anxiety and sleep quality using standard questionnaires.

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Active substance
digital visual and auditory stimulation using landscape images and classical music
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help ICU patients feel calmer and sleep better during their stay.
What could go wrong
The trial is small and early, so results may not hold up in larger groups. Some patients may find the images or music unpleasant, and the approach may not work for everyone.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 70 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Feb 2027

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Other sponsor

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years and above * Conscious \[Glasgow Coma Scale(GCS)\] ≥ 14) * Not connected to mechanical ventilation or receiving non-invasive support * Hearing and visual functions are sufficient * No communication problems * Able to answer questions correctly * Not under sedation * Expected to stay in the ICU for at least 48 hours Exclusion Criteria: * Having a hearing or visual impairment * Being under sedation * Having impaired consciousness * Refusing to participate in the study

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