Skip to main content
OpenTrials
Completed

NCT Number: NCT07241988

Virtual Reality and White Noise During Peripheral IV Catheterization in Adults

This randomized controlled study aims to examine the effects of using virtual reality glasses and white noise during peripheral intravenous catheterization on pain, anxiety, and satisfaction in adult patients. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: virtual reality, white noise, or control. Pain and anxiety levels will be assessed using standardized scales immediately after the procedure, and satisfaction will be evaluated following the intervention. The study aims to determine whether these non-pharmacological methods can reduce pain and anxiety and increase patient satisfaction during intravenous catheterization.

Completed

Looking for future studies?

Notify Me

Key information

Conditions

Peripheral Intravenous Catheterization Anxiety Anxiety Disorders Behavior Health Behavior Mental Disorders Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Patient Satisfaction Signs and Symptoms Treatment Adherence and Compliance

Age range

18 year–85 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Dokuz Eylul University Hospital

İzmir, Balıkesir, 10715, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • No verbal, visual, auditory, or perceptual communication impairment
  • Voluntary participation in the study
  • Clinical requirement for peripheral intravenous catheterization
  • No use of analgesic medication within the last 24 hours
  • No diagnosed neurological or psychiatric disorder
  • Ability to speak and understand Turkish
  • Successful peripheral intravenous catheterization on the first attempt

Exclusion criteria

  • Under 18 years of age
  • Clinically unstable condition
  • Individuals with psychiatric, mental, visual, or hearing impairments that prevent effective communication
  • Individuals experiencing pain for any reason or using analgesic medication for pain management
  • Individuals using anxiolytic or sedative medications
  • Individuals who do not consent to participate in the study

Treatment and study plan

Virtual Reality Glasses

Behavioral

Participants in this group will wear virtual reality glasses displaying calming nature scenes accompanied by ambient sounds during peripheral intravenous catheterization. The intervention will begin three minutes before the procedure and continue until completion. This visual distraction technique is intended to reduce pain perception and anxiety levels and to increase patient satisfaction during the procedure.

Other names: VR Glasses

White Noise (Rain Sound)

Behavioral

Participants will listen to natural white noise, specifically the sound of rain, through headphones during peripheral intravenous catheterization. The sound will begin three minutes before the procedure and continue until completion. This auditory distraction technique is intended to reduce pain perception and anxiety levels and to increase patient satisfaction during the procedure.

Primary outcomes

  1. ain intensity during peripheral intravenous catheterization

    Time frame: Immediately after peripheral intravenous catheterization

    Pain intensity will be measured using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) ranging from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain) immediately after the procedure.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Anxiety level during peripheral intravenous catheterization

    Time frame: Three minutes before and immediately after the peripheral intravenous catheterization

    Anxiety will be assessed using the State Anxiety Inventory-Short Form (STAIS-S). The scale measures temporary anxiety levels. Scores range from 5 to 20, with higher scores indicating higher (worse) anxiety. Measurements will be performed twice: three minutes before the intervention and immediately after the procedure is completed.

  2. Patient satisfaction related to peripheral intravenous catheterization

    Time frame: Three minutes before and immediately after the peripheral intravenous catheterization

    Patient satisfaction will be assessed using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) ranging from 0 (not satisfied at all) to 10 (extremely satisfied). Measurements will be performed twice: three minutes before the procedure and immediately after the catheterization is completed. Higher scores indicate greater satisfaction.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Gizem Göktuna

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Virtual Reality Glasses and White Noise on Pain, Anxiety, and Satisfaction During Peripheral Intravenous Catheterization in Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Nov 21, 2025
Registry last updated
Mar 24, 2026

OpenTrials presents study information sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. The official registry record should be consulted for the latest information.

View the official ClinicalTrials.gov record (opens in a new tab)

This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

Related clinical trials

Published trials that share one or more normalized conditions with this study.