Clinical Research Directory

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18-65 years. * Diagnosed with coronary artery disease. * Newly initiated on antiplatelet therapy. * Conscious and able to communicate. * Physically and cognitively able to use a virtual reality headset. * Able to read, write, and understand Turkish. * Willing to provide written informed consent. * Willing to participate in the education and follow-up process. * Has not previously received education about coronary artery disease. * Able to use a smartphone. Exclusion Criteria: * Cognitive impairment or mental illness preventing communication. * Visual or hearing impairment preventing participation in the virtual reality education. * Participation in another clinical study at the same time. * Diagnosis of malignant disease. * Bleeding disorder or active bleeding risk. * Hospitalization within the previous 3 months due to acute myocardial infarction, stroke, or another serious cardiovascular event. * Unable to understand the educational materials. * Refusal to provide written informed consent.