NCT07404956 THE EFFECT OF SURGICAL MASK AND N95 MASK USE ON SURGICAL SMOKE IN OPERATING ROOM NURSES
| NCT ID | NCT07404956 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Bartın Unıversity |
| Condition | Surgical Smoke Exposure |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 38 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-09-15 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-09-15 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 38 participants in total. It began in 2024-09-15 with a primary completion date of 2025-09-15.
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Brief Summary
This study was conducted to compare the effect of surgical mask and N95 mask use on physical symptoms due to surgical smoke in operating theatre nurses. The study, which was conducted in a single-group prospective quasi-experimental design, was completed with 38 nurses in the operating theatre unit of a state hospital in the Western Black Sea Region. Data were collected for four weeks using the Descriptive Information Form, Numerical Rating Scale and Symptom Follow-up Form. According to the findings, muscle weakness, myalgia in the upper extremities and muscle cramps were statistically significantly less in nurses using N95 masks. Respiratory parameters, watery eyes and redness were significantly lower in nurses using surgical masks. As a result, it was determined that the type of mask was effective on the incidence of physical symptoms related to surgical smoke.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Willingness to participate in the study * Aged 18 years or older * Working as a sterile operating room nurse at least 4 hours per day, 5 days per week * Compliance with the protocol requiring continuous use of both surgical mask and N95 mask for at least 4 hours per day * Ability to communicate verbally and provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed psychiatric disorders * Presence of chronic respiratory, musculoskeletal, or neurological diseases * Presence of chronic dermatological conditions or allergies affecting the facial or respiratory area * Speech or communication impairments * Pregnancy * Holding a supervisory role (e.g., charge nurse) or non-sterile nursing role * Planned unit change or rotation during the study period
Contact & Investigator
sevim çelik, Professor
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Bartin University Health Science Faculty
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07404956 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Surgical Smoke Exposure. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07404956 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07404956 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at hilalcetinbaltutar@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07404956 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Bartın, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07404956 clinical trial?
NCT07404956 is sponsored by Bartın Unıversity. The principal investigator is sevim çelik, Professor at Bartin University Health Science Faculty. The trial plans to enroll 38 participants.