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

Launched by NECMETTIN ERBAKAN UNIVERSITY · Jan 23, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how a special three-dimensional video of a lemon can help patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) feel less thirsty and uncomfortable after colorectal surgery. The study will involve 70 volunteers who are between 18 and 65 years old and have just had this type of surgery. They will be divided into two groups: one group will watch the lemon video using virtual reality glasses, while the other group will receive standard care without the video.

To participate, patients need to be awake, able to communicate, and not have any serious vision or hearing problems. They also should not be on a ventilator or have any significant medical issues like kidney failure. The researchers will carefully gather information on how each patient feels about their thirst and discomfort during the study. This trial aims to see if the video can make a positive difference in how patients experience thirst in the ICU.

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Eligibility criteria

• 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.