Reducing Anxiety in Gynecological Surgery Patients with Preoperative Instruction
Author Information
Author(s): Pinar Gul, Kurt Ayten, Gungor Tayfun
Primary Institution: Başkent University Health Sciences Faculty, Nursing and Healthcare Services Department
Hypothesis
The level of postoperative anxiety of the study group who were given a systematic preoperative instruction were found lower than those of the control group who were routinely treated.
Conclusion
Preoperative instruction programs significantly reduce anxiety levels in gynecological surgery patients compared to routine nursing care.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients who received systematic preoperative instruction reported lower anxiety scores post-surgery.
- The study found no significant differences in anxiety levels based on age, education, or marital status.
- Preoperative instruction included detailed information about the surgery and postoperative care.
Takeaway
Teaching patients what to expect before surgery can help them feel less scared and anxious.
Methodology
A quasi-experimental case control study with 120 gynecological surgery patients divided into a study group receiving preoperative instruction and a control group receiving routine care.
Limitations
The study subjects were limited only to the gyneoncologic surgery patients of one hospital, which may not represent all surgical patients.
Participant Demographics
Patients aged 18-65, with similar sociodemographic profiles in both groups.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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