Preoperative Anxiety and Associated Hemodynamic Changes
Conditions
Keywords
Hemodynamics, intubation, preoperative anxiety, relaxation techniques, thyroidectomy
Brief summary
Purpose of the Observational Study: The purpose of this observational study was to evaluate the effects of the palmar technique on preoperative anxiety, hemodynamic parameters, and intubation-related hemodynamic responses in patients undergoing thyroidectomy. Primary Research Question: Does the palmar technique applied preoperatively reduce preoperative anxiety and associated hemodynamic changes in thyroidectomy patients? Study Design: Type: Prospective, single-blind, observational study Location: A single-center tertiary care hospital in Turkey Sample: 80 patients aged 18-65, ASA I-II Methods: Patients were divided into two groups using a sealed envelope method: Group P: Patients who received the palm-based technique Group N: Control group without intervention When admitted to the preoperative waiting room (T1), all patients: Baseline vital signs (SpO₂, heart rate, blood pressure) State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) scores were recorded. Patients in Group P received the palm-based technique; Group N received no intervention. The same parameters were measured again 15 minutes later (T2). After transfer to the operating room, standard monitoring was performed, and hemodynamic data were recorded at the following times: Pre-intubation (T3) 1 min (T4), 3 min (T5), 5 min (T6), and 10 min (T7) after intubation Main Outcome Measures: Changes in preoperative anxiety level Changes in hemodynamic parameters after the palmar technique Sample Size:Total: 80 patients
Detailed description
Purpose of the Observational Study: The purpose of this observational study was to evaluate the effects of the palmar technique on preoperative anxiety, hemodynamic parameters, and intubation-related hemodynamic responses in patients undergoing thyroidectomy. Primary Research Question: Does the palmar technique applied preoperatively reduce preoperative anxiety and associated hemodynamic changes in thyroidectomy patients? Study Design: Type: Prospective, single-blind, observational study Location: A single-center tertiary care hospital in Turkey Sample: 80 patients aged 18-65, ASA I-II Methods: Patients were divided into two groups using a sealed envelope method: Group P: Patients who received the palm-based technique Group N: Control group without intervention When admitted to the preoperative waiting room (T1), all patients: Baseline vital signs (SpO₂, heart rate, blood pressure) State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) scores were recorded. Patients in Group P received the palm-based technique; Group N received no intervention. The same parameters were measured again 15 minutes later (T2). After transfer to the operating room, standard monitoring was performed, and hemodynamic data were recorded at the following times: Pre-intubation (T3) 1 min (T4), 3 min (T5), 5 min (T6), and 10 min (T7) after intubation Main Outcome Measures: Changes in preoperative anxiety level Changes in hemodynamic parameters after the palmar technique Sample Size:Total: 80 patients
Interventions
BEHAVIORALGroup P
When admitted to the preoperative waiting room (T1), all patients: Baseline vital signs (SpO₂, heart rate, blood pressure) State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) scores were recorded. Patients in Group P received the palm-based technique; Group N received no intervention. The same parameters were measured again 15 minutes later (T2). After transfer to the operating room, standard monitoring was performed, and hemodynamic data were recorded at the following times: Pre-intubation (T3) 1 min (T4), 3 min (T5), 5 min (T6), and 10 min (T7) after intubation Main Outcome Measures: Changes in preoperative anxiety level Changes in hemodynamic parameters after the palmar technique
Sponsors
Yuzuncu Yil University
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
CROSS_SECTIONAL
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Patients aged 18-65 years * Patients classified as ASA I-II * Patients scheduled for thyroid surgery * Patients without a history of glaucoma * Patients without active psychiatric or neurological disease * Patients who were informed about the study and provided written informed consent
Exclusion criteria
* Patients with a diagnosed psychiatric disorder * Patients using sedatives, antidepressants, or antiepileptic medications * Patients with impaired cooperation, comprehension, vision, or hearing * Patients with a history of ophthalmic surgery * Patients classified as ASA III or higher
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Change in Preoperative Anxiety Score (State-Trait Anxiety Inventory - STAI-State) | Baseline (T1) and 15 minutes after intervention (T2) | Baseline (TPreoperative anxiety will be assessed using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory - State (STAI-State) scale (range: 20-80; higher scores indicate higher anxiety). The primary outcome is the change in STAI-State score from baseline (T1) to 15 minutes after the palming technique (T2).1) and 15 minutes after intervention (T2) |
| Change in Heart Rate | Baseline (T1) and 15 minutes after intervention (T2) | Change in heart rate (beats per minute) between baseline (T1) and 15 minutes after the palming technique (T2). |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed