Sakarya University

This study looked at whether simple, drug-free methods like massage or a warm shower during labor can improve a mother's birth experience. 120 first-time mothers with low-risk pregnancies were split into three groups: one received lower back massage, one took a warm shower, and o…

This study looked at whether certain smells could make a common newborn procedure less painful. 120 healthy newborns had a heel prick for routine screening. Some babies were exposed to scents during the procedure. Researchers measured how long they cried, their heart rate, and a …

This study tested two quick, drug-free methods to reduce pain and fear in 120 children aged 4-6 getting intramuscular injections in the emergency department. One method uses a light tapping technique on the skin (Helfer Skin Tap Technique), and the other uses a small plastic devi…

This study looked at whether mother-friendly hospital practices—like avoiding unnecessary medical interventions and supporting natural birth—help mothers and babies. 281 healthy pregnant women took part. The results showed that these practices reduced labor pain and made mothers …

This study looked at two different wound dressings for cancer patients who have wounds that cannot be surgically removed. 31 patients were randomly assigned to receive either a PHMB-containing dressing or a standard paraffin-based tulle dressing. Researchers tracked symptoms like…

This study looked at 80 mothers who had a vaginal delivery with epidural pain relief. Researchers wanted to see if the pain relief helped with breastfeeding success, mother-baby attachment, and reduced burnout. The goal is to encourage more women to choose vaginal delivery by eas…

This study tested several non-drug methods to reduce pain from shots in 120 preschool children aged 4 to 6. Methods included a vibrating bee-shaped device (Buzzy), a plastic tool with bumps (ShotBlocker), a palm stimulator, and a skin tap technique. The goal was to find which wor…

This study tested whether comfort-focused care and virtual reality glasses can reduce pain and improve comfort for first-time mothers after a C-section. 105 women who had epidural anesthesia participated. Researchers measured pain and comfort levels using standard scales. The goa…

This study looked at whether two simple, low-cost tools—Buzzy (a vibrating device) and HSTT (a cold spray)—can reduce pain and fear in children aged 4 to 6 when they get a shot in the emergency department. 120 children participated, and researchers measured their pain and fear us…

This study looked at 60 obese patients having leg surgery to see if using ultrasound to guide the anesthesia needle works better than the usual method of feeling for landmarks on the back. The goal was to see which approach leads to a successful needle placement on the first try.…

This study looked at 80 first-time mothers and their healthy, full-term babies to see if letting newborns instinctively crawl to the breast right after birth improves breastfeeding. Researchers measured the mothers' comfort and confidence in breastfeeding. The goal was to underst…

This study looked at whether midwifery students learn episiotomy skills better when they practice in pairs. 92 students were split into two groups: one used the paired learning method, the other learned traditionally. Researchers measured their knowledge, self-confidence, and anx…

This study looked at whether using web 2.0 tools (like interactive online resources) in nursing education helps students participate more, have a better attitude, and feel more interested and motivated. 110 nursing students took part in a randomized experiment. Researchers measur…

This study tested whether using artificial intelligence (AI) to teach nursing students about a structured care plan (called ERAS) helps them learn better. Seventy third-year nursing students were split into two groups: one learned with AI-assisted case studies, the other with tra…

This study looked at whether a four-week educational program based on the Theory of Planned Behavior could increase cultural sensitivity and compassion in nursing students. 80 students were split into two groups: one received the training, the other did not. The goal was to see i…

This study looked at 50 adults having shoulder surgery to see how general anesthesia (being fully asleep) versus a nerve block (numbing only the arm) affects blood flow and oxygen levels in the forearm. Researchers used ultrasound and sensors to measure changes over an hour. The …

This study looked at a new measure called eMAC that combines the effects of different anesthesia drugs to gauge how deep a patient's anesthesia is during surgery. Researchers observed 60 adults having planned surgeries and recorded standard anesthesia readings without changing an…