Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Journal of Perianesthesia Nursing, cilt.41, sa.3, ss.638-643, 2026 (SCI-Expanded, SSCI, Scopus)
Purpose The primary outcome of this study was to evaluate the impact of watching short videos in the pre–procedural preparation unit on the modified Yale Preoperative Anxiety Scale (mYPAS) anxiety scores immediately before entering the procedure room in pediatric patients undergoing procedures in the pediatric endoscopy unit. Recovery time was recorded as the secondary outcome. Design Pediatric procedural anxiety is a significant challenge in nonoperating room anesthesia settings, where traditional pharmacological interventions may not be suitable. The use of digital content, particularly short videos on social media, has emerged as a promising tool for reducing anxiety. However, the effectiveness of such interventions in reducing preoperative anxiety and improving recovery time in pediatric patients undergoing endoscopic procedures remains understudied. Methods A total of 80 pediatric patients scheduled for endoscopic procedures were randomly assigned to either a video group or a control group. The mYPAS score was used to assess anxiety at four time intervals. Recovery time was assessed using the Modified Aldrete Score. Findings mYPAS was used to assess anxiety levels at the following time points: upon entry to the waiting room (T1), immediately before the transfer to the procedure room (T2), upon entry to the procedure room (T3), and during anesthesia induction (T4). Data analysis showed no significant difference in mYPAS scores between the groups at T1 ( P = .969). However, at T2, T3, and T4, the video group showed significantly lower anxiety levels ( P < .001). At T2, mYPAS scores in the video group fell below the threshold of 30, indicating reduced anxiety. Recovery times were shorter in the video group compared to the control group ( P < .001). Conclusions This study demonstrates that the use of short videos on social media effectively reduces preoperative anxiety and improves recovery time in pediatric patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. These findings support the use of digital content as a nonpharmacological intervention in pediatric procedural anxiety management.