The study addresses the gap in literature regarding TV viewing's efficacy in ophthalmic surgery anxiety reduction. It aims to provide insights into cost-effective methods for stress reduction and surgical optimization. Through voluntary participation and rigorous methodology, it seeks to enhance patient experience and outcomes in ophthalmic surgery.
* Study Design: Randomized controlled design with three groups: control, television intervention, or music intervention.
* Objective: Investigate effects of TV viewing and music listening on pre-operative anxiety in ophthalmic surgery.
* Comparison: Compare relaxation effects of TV and music.
* Participants: Aim to recruit 200 per intervention arm from Montefiore Medical Center.
* Baseline Assessment: Measure anxiety levels pre-intervention.
* Interventions: Administer TV or music for 20 minutes pre-surgery.
* Assessment: Evaluate anxiety levels and physiological markers pre- and post-intervention.
* Monitoring: Monitor vital signs during surgery and post-operative period.
* Data Collection: Document demographic info, medical history, and baseline anxiety.
* Measurement Tools: Use Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for subjective assessment and physiological markers.
* Analysis: Compare outcomes across intervention arms using statistical tests.
