The aim of this study to determine the effect of hot showers on postpartum fatigue, mood and comfort in women giving vaginal birth. 136 women, who were between 6 and 12 hours postpartum, were assigned to intervention and control groups by computer randomization. Visual Similarity Scale for Fatigue, Visual Analogue Scale, Postpartum Comfort Questionnaire and Brief Mood Insight Scale were used to collect data. The women in the intervention group were allowed to take a shower in a standing position at a water temperature of 37-41°C for 10-20 minutes. In the control group, routine care was provided.
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Fatigue Scores
Timeframe: At baseline and an hour after intervention, fatigue was assessed.
Comfort Scores
Timeframe: PPCQ was assessed an hour after intervention.
Discomfort Scores
Timeframe: VAS-D was assessed at baseline and an hour after intervention.
Mood Scores
Timeframe: BMIS was assessed an hour after intervention.