Examination of the effects of virtual reality glasses and stress ball applications on pain, vital signs, anxiety, fear, satisfaction, and comfort levels during the dressing changes in patients who underwent abdominal surgery

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the effects of virtual reality glasses and stress balls on pain and anxiety during dressing changes post-abdominal surgery.
• Assessing pain and anxiety levels before and after interventions
• Monitoring vital signs during dressing changes
• Collecting patient satisfaction and comfort levels
• Enhanced comfort reported by patients using virtual reality glasses and stress balls
• Significant reduction in anxiety levels noted during dressing changes
• Positive feedback regarding overall experience and satisfaction