Koç University

This study tested whether using a suction toothbrush—a toothbrush that removes saliva and germs at the same time—can lower the chance of lung infection (pneumonia) in patients who are on a breathing machine in the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers studied 111 adults who were…

This study tested if a type of talking therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) can help adults who survived the 2023 earthquakes in Turkey. 36 people with high PTSD symptoms took part. The goal was to see if CPT reduces PTSD, depression, and anxiety, and improves well-b…

This study tested a realistic breathing toy (a plush dog that moves and sounds like it's breathing) to distract toddlers aged 1-3 during blood draws. Eighty children were split into two groups: one used the toy, the other received standard care. The toy group had 51% less pain, 7…

This study looked at whether warm foot baths can help reduce tiredness caused by chemotherapy in children aged 7 to 12 with advanced lymphoma. Sixty children took part, and parents reported their child's fatigue levels using a special scale. The goal was to see if this simple, dr…

This study tested if a mobile app called HopeMove is easy and helpful for teens aged 13-18 who are getting cancer treatment. The app gives guided home exercises and tracks symptoms to help reduce tiredness. Fifteen teens used the app for four weeks, and researchers checked if it …

This study looked at 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.…

This study looked at whether kinesio taping (a special elastic tape placed on the skin) can improve arm and hand movement, reduce pain, and boost mood in people who recently had a stroke. Twenty-six adults with stroke-related arm weakness were randomly assigned to receive either …

This study tested a culturally adapted version of cognitive behavioral therapy (CA-CBT) to help people who survived the earthquakes in Türkiye. 60 adults with high psychological distress took part. The therapy aimed to reduce distress and depressive symptoms and improve well-bein…

This 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 belt called electrical impedance tomography, researchers measured how well ventilation and perfusio…

This study tested a smartphone app called ChemoNurs designed to help oncology nurses learn about chemotherapy drugs. Researchers wanted to see if using the app improved nurses' knowledge and attitudes about chemotherapy. The study involved 59 nurses who worked in cancer clinics.

This study looked at whether virtual reality (VR) or computer-based simulation is better for teaching nursing students how to read and use ECGs. 90 first-year nursing students were split into three groups: VR, computer simulation, or traditional lab practice. Their knowledge, pra…