Investigating the effects of augmented reality-based interventions on pediatric patient outcomes in the clinical setting: A systematic review

IF 2.3 4区医学 Q2 NURSING

Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families Pub Date : 2025-07-17 DOI:10.1016/j.pedn.2025.07.014

Eyşan Hanzade Savaş , Adnan Batuhan Coşkun , Erhan Elmaoğlu , Remziye Semerci , Nejla Canbulat Şahiner

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Abstract

Background and aim

Augmented reality (AR)-based interventions are increasingly being used in pediatric healthcare settings as non-pharmacological tools to reduce distress and improve patient outcomes. This review aimed to synthesize current evidence on the effectiveness, feasibility, and usability of AR interventions in improving physical, emotional, and psychological outcomes among pediatric patients.

Methods

A comprehensive literature search was conducted across six databases—PubMed, Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, Scopus, Web of Science, and CINAHL—for studies published up to December 12, 2024. Eligible studies included those evaluating AR-based interventions with outcomes related to physical, emotional, or psychological health. Two reviewers independently conducted data extraction and assessed methodological quality using the Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools. The review followed the PRISMA 2020 guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO (ID: CRD42025638915).

Results

The review included 14 studies involving 1057 children across diverse clinical settings such as surgery, oncology, dentistry, rehabilitation, and anesthesia induction. AR interventions were associated with reduced procedural pain and anxiety, improved cooperation and emotional comfort, increased knowledge acquisition, and enhanced satisfaction with care.

Conclusion

AR-based interventions show significant promise in improving pediatric patient experiences and outcomes across a variety of healthcare domains. However, current evidence is limited by small sample sizes, methodological variability, and short-term evaluations.

Implication to practice

AR-based interventions can enhance pediatric care by reducing pain and anxiety, improving cooperation, and increasing patient satisfaction. Their integration into clinical routines may support more positive healthcare experiences for children.

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基于增强现实的干预措施对儿科患者临床预后的影响：一项系统综述

背景和目的基于增强现实（AR）的干预措施越来越多地被用于儿科医疗机构，作为减少痛苦和改善患者预后的非药物工具。本综述旨在综合目前关于AR干预在改善儿科患者身体、情绪和心理预后方面的有效性、可行性和可用性的证据。方法对pubmed、Cochrane Library、MEDLINE、Scopus、Web of Science和cinahl 6个数据库进行综合文献检索，检索截止到2024年12月12日发表的研究。符合条件的研究包括那些评估基于ar的干预措施与身体、情绪或心理健康相关的结果的研究。两名审稿人独立进行数据提取，并使用乔安娜布里格斯研究所的关键评估工具评估方法质量。该审查遵循PRISMA 2020指南，并在PROSPERO注册（ID: CRD42025638915）。结果本综述包括14项研究，涉及1057名儿童，涉及不同的临床环境，如外科、肿瘤学、牙科、康复和麻醉诱导。AR干预与减少手术疼痛和焦虑、改善合作和情绪舒适、增加知识获取和提高护理满意度相关。结论：基于ar的干预措施在改善各种医疗保健领域的儿科患者体验和结果方面显示出显著的前景。然而，目前的证据受到样本量小、方法可变性和短期评估的限制。以实践为基础的干预措施可以通过减少疼痛和焦虑、改善合作和提高患者满意度来增强儿科护理。将它们纳入临床常规可能会为儿童提供更积极的医疗保健体验。

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Journal of Pediatric Nursing-Nursing Care of Children & Families NURSING-PEDIATRICS

CiteScore

3.70

自引率

8.30%

发文量

291

审稿时长

65 days

期刊介绍： Official Journal of the Society of Pediatric Nurses and the Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society (PENS) The Journal of Pediatric Nursing: Nursing Care of Children and Families (JPN) is interested in publishing evidence-based practice, quality improvement, theory, and research papers on a variety of topics from US and international authors. JPN is the official journal of the Society of Pediatric Nurses and the Pediatric Endocrinology Nursing Society. Cecily L. Betz, PhD, RN, FAAN is the Founder and Editor in Chief. Journal content covers the life span from birth to adolescence. Submissions should be pertinent to the nursing care needs of healthy and ill infants, children, and adolescents, addressing their biopsychosocial needs. JPN also features the following regular columns for which authors may submit brief papers: Hot Topics and Technology.