Study of Virtual Reality and Stress Ball Effects on Fear, Pain, Anxiety, and Satisfaction in Adults Undergoing Ureteroscopy

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate the effects of virtual reality and stress ball interventions on fear, anxiety, pain, and patient satisfaction in adults undergoing ureterorenoscopy. It is a prospective, randomized controlled clinical trial including 90 patients divided into three groups to compare these interventions impact on procedure-related stress and satisfaction. Participants in the virtual reality group will use a VR headset showing nature scenes with relaxing music adjusted to their preference while lying in a supine position. The stress ball group will be instructed to squeeze a stress ball repeatedly until they leave the clinic. The control group will receive routine pre-procedure care as usual. Interventions occur during the clinic visit before the ureterorenoscopy procedure. Before the procedure, all patients will complete questionnaires on demographics, anxiety, and fear. After the procedure, anxiety, pain levels, and satisfaction with nursing care will be assessed using validated scales. Data analysis will include statistical tests to compare the groups. The study will monitor outcomes over six months, with participation spanning the procedure day and follow-up assessments.

Effects of Virtual Reality and Stress Ball on Fear, Pain, Anxiety, and Satisfaction in Ureterorenoscopy Patients