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<p>Preoperative anxiety is a common and multidimensional problem that may negatively affect surgical outcomes and patient recovery. This study aimed to determine the preoperative anxiety levels of patients undergoing surgical procedures and to identify the associated factors. This descriptive and correlational study included 122 patients undergoing elective surgery at a state hospital in Turkey. Data were collected using a sociodemographic characteristics form and the Surgical Anxiety Scale. Descriptive statistics, group comparisons, and regression analysis were performed. Patients’ surgical anxiety levels were found to be moderate (Mean = 28.69 ± 13.03). Anxiety levels were significantly higher in females, younger individuals, and unemployed patients (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.05). In the subscale analysis, health-related concerns were the most prominent source of anxiety. In the regression model, only employment status was identified as a significant predictor of anxiety (<i>p</i> = 0.044). Preoperative anxiety is influenced by various sociodemographic factors, with employment status emerging as a significant predictor. Nursing interventions focusing on information provision, reassurance, and psychosocial support may help reduce anxiety. Further studies with larger and more diverse surgical populations are recommended.</p>

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Preoperative Anxiety Levels and Related Factors in Surgical Patients

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    2026年5月19日

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  • Hatice Balcı,
  • Ayşegül Günaydın,
  • Ayşenur Eri̇ldi̇z,
  • Halime Kalay,
  • Ayşe Turan

摘要

Preoperative anxiety is a common and multidimensional problem that may negatively affect surgical outcomes and patient recovery. This study aimed to determine the preoperative anxiety levels of patients undergoing surgical procedures and to identify the associated factors. This descriptive and correlational study included 122 patients undergoing elective surgery at a state hospital in Turkey. Data were collected using a sociodemographic characteristics form and the Surgical Anxiety Scale. Descriptive statistics, group comparisons, and regression analysis were performed. Patients’ surgical anxiety levels were found to be moderate (Mean = 28.69 ± 13.03). Anxiety levels were significantly higher in females, younger individuals, and unemployed patients (p < 0.05). In the subscale analysis, health-related concerns were the most prominent source of anxiety. In the regression model, only employment status was identified as a significant predictor of anxiety (p = 0.044). Preoperative anxiety is influenced by various sociodemographic factors, with employment status emerging as a significant predictor. Nursing interventions focusing on information provision, reassurance, and psychosocial support may help reduce anxiety. Further studies with larger and more diverse surgical populations are recommended.