Effects of Music Therapy on Procedural Pain, Anxiety and Comfort Level During Cystoscopy

"Patients in the music group were provided music therapy that was prepared by the Turkish Psychological Association. They listened to the music that has a calming and relaxing effect for 20 min before and during the procedure.~A portable MP3 player connected to double earphones was used in the present study. After patients took the lithotomy position for cystoscopy, their headphones were inserted and music began to be played. Music was played to the individuals for 20 minutes before and during the procedure. Headphones were removed immediately after the procedure was completed and the double earphones were cleaned with antiseptic solution after each application."