The Effect of Virtual Reality Goggles on Perceived Stress, Anxiety, and Fatigue in Nurses Working in Intensive Care Units

The Effect of Virtual Reality Goggles on Perceived Stress, Anxiety, and Fatigue in Nurses Working in Intensive Care Units

This study aims to evaluate the effect of a Virtual Reality (VR)-based relaxation intervention on perceived stress, anxiety, and fatigue levels among intensive care unit (ICU) nurses. The ICU environment is characterized by high-intensity workloads and emotional demands, which often lead to increased psychological and physical strain on nursing staff

Inclusion Criteria:

• • Being 18 years of age or older

  • Actively working in the intensive care unit of the relevant hospital for at least six months,
  • Working on an alternating shift basis (such as 24-hour work - 24-hour rest) during the research period,

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having neurological disorders (epilepsy, migraine, vertigo, etc.) that may cause loss of balance or severe nausea during the virtual reality application,
• Being required to wear prescription glasses due to the technical structure of the VR headset (physical compatibility of the device),
• Having previously experienced any virtual reality (VR) application