Evaluation of Two-Tier Virtual Reality Education Versus Routine Education on Anxiety, Knowledge, and Self-Care in Patients Undergoing Urolithiasis Surgery

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate how two different virtual reality-based preoperative education methods affect anxiety, learning, self-care ability, and cognitive load in patients undergoing urolithiasis surgery. The trial compares routine education, standard virtual reality education, and an enhanced two-tier virtual reality education approach. The study addresses common preoperative anxiety and aims to improve patient preparation using immersive, interactive VR technology combined with knowledge testing and feedback. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups routine preoperative education provided by nursing staff, standard virtual reality education featuring immersive 360-degree content about the surgery and self-care, or two-tier virtual reality education that adds interactive questioning and feedback to improve understanding and engagement. These educational interventions are delivered before the urolithiasis surgery. During the study, participants anxiety levels are measured before and after the intervention and on the first day after surgery using established anxiety scales. Knowledge about urolithiasis surgery, self-care abilities, and cognitive load are also assessed at various points. The study monitors how well patients learn and manage self-care and tracks their anxiety through the perioperative period. Participation involves completing questionnaires and using virtual reality equipment before surgery.

Effects of Virtual Reality Education on Anxiety and Learning in Patients Undergoing Urolithiasis Surgery