Emotional Freedom Liberation Technique, Surgical Fear and Anxiety

The Effect of Emotional Freedom Liberation Technique on Surgical Fear and Anxiety Applied to Patients Before Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Aim: In this study, the effect of Emotional Freedom Technique applied to patients before Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy on surgical fear and anxiety was investigated.

Design: This is a randomized controlled study. Method: A total of 112 patients who were going to have Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy were randomly divided into two groups each including 56 participants. The intervention group was provided with Emotional Freedom Technique. The control group received routine face-to-face education. Surgical fear and anxiety were examined.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Clinical treatment for Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
• 18 years of age or older
• Mentally healthy

Exclusion Criteria:

• Agree to participate in the study