Walkway Used in Postoperative Mobilization

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Walkway: In the experimental group, a washable/disinfectable mat with colorful figures and a target route will be placed in front of the children's beds.

Study summary

Introduction Surgical operations are increasing globally, with abdominal surgeries accounting for approximately 70% of these procedures. Despite the prevalence, postoperative complications occur in 30-60% of cases, leading to prolonged hospital stays, increased mortality, and higher healthcare costs. Early mobilization is a critical component of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, known to reduce surgical stress, muscle atrophy, and pulmonary complications. However, implementation in pediatric care is often limited, as children may perceive mobilization as a "task" rather than a part of healing.

Purpose The primary aim of this study is to investigate the effects of a low-cost, distraction-based Walkway (Mat Carpet) on pain levels, fear, and the time to initiate mobilization in children aged 4-10 who have undergone abdominal surgery.

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Wong Baker Pain Scale — 1 day
  Developed in 1981 by Donna Wong and Connie Morain Baker and revised in 1983, this scale is designed to assess children's pain levels. It includes six facial expressions scored from zero to ten.
• Fear Scale — 1 day
  Developed by Thurillet et al. to assess children's fears based on self-reports from children aged 4-12 years. The Turkish validity and reliability study was conducted by Tavşan et al.

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