CompletedNot Applicable

Effect of Three-Dimensional Lemon Video on Thirst Perception and Dehydration-Related Discomfort

Turkey (Türkiye)70 participantsStarted 2025-02-25

Plain-language summary

This study will be conducted to investigate the effects of a three-dimensional lemon video shown to intensive care patients undergoing colorectal surgery on thirst perception and thirst-related discomfort. The study will be conducted as a randomized controlled, single-blind experimental design. The universe of this study, which will be conducted in the General Surgery Intensive Care Unit of the Necmettin Erbakan University Medical Faculty Hospital, will consist of volunteer patients who will be admitted to the intensive care unit. The sample of the study will consist of 70 patients. In the study, patients will be divided into two groups as virtual reality glasses and control groups. The virtual reality glasses group will be shown a three-dimensional lemon video. Standard care will be provided to patients in the control group. Patients will be assigned to the groups using the block randomization method. Randomization will be performed using a random number table in a computer environment (www.random.org). Research data will be collected using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, Numerical Rating Scale, and Surgical Period Thirst-Related Discomfort Scale (CDSBRÖ). Ethics committee approval and institutional permission will be obtained before collecting research data. Appropriate statistical tests will be used in the evaluation of the data.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients between the ages of 18-65, * Those who have undergone colorectal surgery, * Those who are oriented to time and place, * Those who are literate, * Those who have been admitted to the general surgery intensive care unit, * Those who are being monitored in the postoperative period, * Those who volunteer to participate in the study, * Those who can communicate verbally, * Those who are open to communication and cooperation, * Those who do not have visual and auditory impairments, * Those who do not use glasses or have no visual impairments, * Those who do not have cognitive-psychological disorders, * Those who are not diagnosed with renal failure, * Those who do not have oral intake according to the physician's order, * Those who are not connected to a mechanical ventilator will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who have undergone a second surgical procedure during their hospitalization, * Patients who have open wounds on their mouth or lips, * Patients who have been diagnosed with migraine or vertigo, * Patients who have nausea and vomiting will be excluded from the study.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
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3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Numerical Rating Scale

Timeframe: The 1st measurement will be made immediately before watching the 3D video, the 2nd measurement will be made within 1 minute after watching the 3D video, and the 3rd measurement will be made 30 minutes after watching the 3D video.

Perioperative Thirst Discomfort Scale

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06798974

SponsorNecmettin Erbakan University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-06-20

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