Soothing nature videos for hospital ICU patients
This study tests whether watching calming, immersive nature scenes (called sensory projections) can help patients feel more relaxed while in the hospital's intensive care unit. If you qualify, you'll be able to use these projections during your stay.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are staying in the intensive care unit (ICU) or a step-down unit for at least 2 days
- You or a family member can speak and understand French
- You do not have deafness, blindness, severe asthma, epilepsy, or an allergy to essential oils
- If you are a woman who could get pregnant, you have a negative pregnancy test (and are not breastfeeding)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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