The Effect of Virtual Reality Glasses Used Before Cesarean Section on Surgical Fear and Anxiety

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate how using virtual reality glasses before a cesarean section affects surgical fear and anxiety in women. The study compares two groups: one that uses virtual reality glasses and a control group to understand if the glasses influence anxiety and fear related to surgery. It focuses on women scheduled for their first cesarean section, without prior mental or physical illnesses, to see if this method helps reduce pre-surgery stress. Participants are divided randomly into two groups using block randomization. The virtual reality group wears glasses before surgery and watches a 30-minute video showing fetal development over nine months. The control group does not receive this intervention. Both groups have their surgical fear and anxiety levels recorded before and after the cesarean section using specific scales. During the study, women will complete questionnaires on their background and anxiety using the Surgical Fear Scale and the Spielberger State Anxiety Scale. Researchers will measure fear and anxiety levels 30 minutes before surgery and again after the cesarean section. By monitoring these changes, the study aims to assess whether virtual reality glasses can help lower surgical fear and anxiety. Participation involves informed consent and adherence to study procedures around the time of surgery.

The Effect of Virtual Reality Glasses Used Before Cesarean Section