Nature videos to prevent confusion after heart surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether watching calming nature scenes on a screen after heart surgery can help reduce confusion or delirium. It may be especially helpful if you have certain risk factors like being under 65, having had a stroke, or having memory issues.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for open-heart surgery (like bypass or valve replacement).
- You are able to understand English and give consent.
- You have at least one risk factor for delirium: being under 65, past delirium, stroke or TIA, memory problems, or depression needing medication.
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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