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

Effect of Three-Dimensional Lemon Video on Thirst Perception and Dehydration-Related Discomfort in Intensive Care Unit Patients Undergoing Colorectal Surgery: Randomized Controlled Study

This study will be conducted to investigate the effects of a three-dimensional lemon video shown to intensive care patients undergoing colorectal surgery on thirst perception and thirst-related discomfort. The study will be conducted as a randomized controlled, single-blind experimental design. The universe of this study, which will be conducted in the General Surgery Intensive Care Unit of the Necmettin Erbakan University Medical Faculty Hospital, will consist of volunteer patients who will be admitted to the intensive care unit. The sample of the study will consist of 70 patients. In the study, patients will be divided into two groups as virtual reality glasses and control groups. The virtual reality glasses group will be shown a three-dimensional lemon video. Standard care will be provided to patients in the control group. Patients will be assigned to the groups using the block randomization method. Randomization will be performed using a random number table in a computer environment (www.random.org). Research data will be collected using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, Numerical Rating Scale, and Surgical Period Thirst-Related Discomfort Scale (CDSBRÖ). Ethics committee approval and institutional permission will be obtained before collecting research data. Appropriate statistical tests will be used in the evaluation of the data.

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.