Effectiveness of Pet-Robotic Intervention in Intensive Care Unit Patients

"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."