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Effectiveness of Pet-Robotic Intervention in Intensive Care Unit Patients
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital
Summary
This study aims to develop a novel nursing intervention involving robotic pet companionship to reduce anxiety in patients undergoing spontaneous breathing trials.
Official title: Effectiveness of Using Pet-Robotic Intervention to Enhance Spontaneous Breathing Trial Success in Intensive Care Unit Patients
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
24
Start Date
2025-09
Completion Date
2026-01
Last Updated
2025-09-09
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Robotic pet (PARO) companionship
The intervention is composed of the following components: Duration: Robotic pet companionship lasting 30-120 minutes, depending on clinical goals during each spontaneous breathing trial (SBT). Preparation and interaction: PARO is introduced 30 minutes before each SBT to establish emotional connection. Study staff will briefly introduce its interactive features, including responding to stroking, gentle tapping, head movements, and eye blinking. Participants may interact freely with PARO during the intervention. Assessment: Outcome measurements are conducted during the intervention. If extubated successfully, a semi-structured interview is conducted three days later. Early termination: The intervention is stopped if the participant becomes clinically unsuitable for further SBTs or experiences a serious adverse event (e.g., device dislodgement). Additional information: After each SBT, PARO is sterilized and stored in a sealed container in the patient's room.
Locations (1)
National Taiwan University Hospital
Taipei, Taiwan