Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
The Journal of cardiovascular nursing, 2025 (SCI-Expanded)
Background: Coronary angiography is an invasive procedure that can lead to changes in patients' pain levels, vital signs, and comfort levels. Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of stress ball use on immobilization comfort, pain level, and vital signs in patients after coronary angiography. Methods: This randomized controlled study was conducted between April and July2024inthe cardiology clinic of a training and research hospital. The intervention group (n = 35) used a stress ball, whereas the control group (n = 35) was given standard care. Data collection was conducted using the “Patient Information Form,”“Visual Analog Scale,”“Immobilization Comfort Scale,” and “Vital Signs Monitoring Form.” Results: The immobilization comfort level of the intervention group was significantly different from that of the control group(P = .042;η2 =0.023) (P<.05).Similarly, thepainintensity averages during and after the procedure in the intervention group were significantly different from the control group (P < .001, P <.001;η2 =0.464,η2 =0.528)(P < .001). Respiratory rates of the intervention group were lower than those of the control group during and after the procedure, with a significant difference and effect between the 2 groups (P =.031, P=.048;η2=0.216,η2=0.282)(P<.05).Conclusions:Usingastressballafter coronaryangiographywas foundtobe an effective method for improving immobilization comfort, reducing pain, and lowering respiratory rates.