Breathing exercises for reducing stress and fatigue in intensive care nurses
The Effect of Breathing Exercise Applied to Intensive Care Nurses on Fatigue and Perceived Stress: A Randomized Controlled Study
This study tests if breathing exercises can help intensive care nurses feel less stressed and tired.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kahramanmaraş İstiklal University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kahramanmaraş) |
| Trial ID | NCT06642376 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial investigates the impact of breathing exercises on fatigue and perceived stress among intensive care nurses. Nurses will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group, which will practice specific breathing techniques, or a control group that will not receive any intervention. Data will be collected through pre-test, interim follow-up, and post-test assessments using validated scales to measure fatigue and stress levels. The intervention will last for 30 days, with regular practice facilitated through face-to-face sessions and audio recordings sent via WhatsApp.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are intensive care nurses who have been working in the field for at least six months and are willing to participate.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those with health issues that prevent nasal breathing or those who are pregnant.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved mental well-being and reduced fatigue for intensive care nurses.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with breathing exercises for stress reduction, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Working in intensive care for at least 6 months * Volunteering to participate in the research * Not practicing any complementary therapies during the study, such as breathing exercises, acupuncture, massage therapy, relaxation techniques and yoga, which may be effective on perceived stress and fatigue Exclusion Criteria: * Having a problem that prevents nasal breathing and prevents breathing exercises * Being pregnant * Experiencing physical and mental health problems that prevent communication
Where this trial is running
Kahramanmaraş
- Kahramanmaraş Istiklal Universty — Kahramanmaraş, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yasemin SAZAK
- Email: yasemin.sazak@istiklal.edu.tr
- Phone: 05414474944
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.