Clinical Research Directory

Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 18 and older * Who have not previously undergone open-heart surgery * Non-emergency, elective surgeries * Who have not taken pain medication 4-6 hours prior to the procedure * Who have a numerical pain scale score of 3 or higher prior to the procedure * Patients with sufficient cognitive ability to tolerate the virtual reality headset application * Patients who voluntarily agree to participate in the study * Patients extubated on the second postoperative day * Patients with no history of chronic pain (e.g., arthritis) * Being alert and oriented enough to communicate (Glasgow Coma Scale 15) * Not being addicted to alcohol or drugs * Not using anxiolytics * Having no psychological problems (such as depression or anxiety disorders) * Being able to read and understand Turkish Exclusion Criteria: * • Under 18 years of age * With vision or hearing loss * Clinically unstable * With a known history of epilepsy, vertigo, or limited mobility * With a surgical incision or scar on the face that prevents wearing VR goggles * Chronic opioid use or use of psychiatric medications