RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06300294

Acute Coronary Syndrome and Acupressure

Effect of Acupressure on Anxiety, Pain and Vital Signs in Individuals Diagnosed With Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Study

Sponsor

Abant Izzet Baysal University

Enrollment

38 participants

Start Date

Oct 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Acute Coronary Syndrome Nursing

Summary

This study aims to examine the effect of acupressure on physiological parameters and anxiety levels in individuals diagnosed with Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). H1-1: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on the level of anxiety. H1-2: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on blood pressure. H1-3: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on heart rate. H1-4: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on respiratory rate. H1-5: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on the pain level. H1-6: Acupressure applied to individuals diagnosed with ACS has an effect on cortisol levels.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Inclusion Criteria12

Volunteer to participate in the study,
Those aged 18 and over
Able to speak Turkish
Diagnosed with ACS for the first time
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation not applied
No orientation problems (those who score 15 on the Glasgow Coma Scale)
Not diagnosed with psychiatric disease
No amputation, fistula, lymphedema, neuropathy or hemiplegia in any of the Upper Extremities
Those who underwent femoral intervention for CAG procedure
Those who have not used any integrative practices based on pressure and stimulation such as acupressure, acupuncture and reflexology in the last month.
Vital signs (28) are within normal range:
Blood pressure: 90/60-120/80 mmHg Heart rate: 60-100 min Respiratory rate: 12-18 min