Visual Art for Pregnancy Satisfaction

Overseen By Scott Dexter, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Female

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Albany Medical College

Disqualifiers: Under 18, Not pregnant, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

100 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Patient-selected visual art in hospital room for improving pregnancy satisfaction?

Research shows that having artwork in hospital rooms can improve patients' perceptions of the hospital environment. Patients who can choose their own artwork may feel a greater sense of control, which could enhance their overall satisfaction. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

Is it safe to use visual art in hospital rooms for patients?

Research shows that having visual art in hospital rooms is generally safe and can improve patients' perceptions of the hospital environment. There are no reported negative effects on psychological or clinical outcomes. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

How does patient-selected visual art in hospital rooms differ from other treatments for pregnancy satisfaction?

This treatment is unique because it involves patients choosing visual art for their hospital rooms, which can enhance their satisfaction by creating a calming environment. Unlike traditional medical treatments, this approach focuses on improving the hospital experience through personalized visual aesthetics, potentially reducing stress and anxiety. ^{1 2 3 6 7}

What is the purpose of this trial?

The purpose of this study is to assess whether patient-selected visual art for patients admitted to the antepartum unit will increase hospital satisfaction compared to routine care.

Research Team

Scott Dexter, MD

Principal Investigator

Albany Medical College

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for pregnant individuals admitted to the antepartum unit who are interested in how visual art in their hospital room might affect their satisfaction with their stay. Specific eligibility criteria details were not provided.

Inclusion Criteria

Willing and able to provide informed consent and complete the provided questionnaire

Patients admitted to the study hospital's antepartum unit for care

Currently pregnant

Exclusion Criteria

I cannot give informed consent in English.

I am under 18 years old.

Patients who are not pregnant

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Participants receive patient-selected visual art in their hospital room during antepartum admission

Duration of hospital stay

Control

Participants receive routine care without visual art intervention

Duration of hospital stay

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for hospital satisfaction and patient experience through surveys

2 years

Treatment Details

Interventions

• Patient-selected visual art in hospital room

Trial Overview The study is testing if letting patients choose visual art for their room during an antepartum hospital stay can improve satisfaction scores, compared to those receiving routine care without added art.

Participant Groups

Group I: Visual art Intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Patient-selected visual art Routine care

Group II: Control Active Control 1 Intervention

Routine care

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Albany Medical College

Lead Sponsor

Trials

96

Recruited

12,700+

Findings from Research

In a study involving 186 cancer patients, having paintings in hospital rooms improved patients' perceptions of the hospital environment, regardless of whether they chose the artwork or it was randomly selected.

However, the presence of paintings did not lead to significant differences in psychological or clinical outcomes such as anxiety, mood, or pain levels.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Evaluating the Benefits of Hospital Room Artwork for Patients Receiving Cancer Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Trial. George, DR., Boer, C., Hammer, J., et al.[2019]

A study involving 80 cancer patients revealed that 96% enjoyed viewing photographic art, particularly nature scenes like lake sunsets and waterfalls, which suggests that such imagery can positively impact their hospital experience.

The findings support the idea that viewing nature photography can serve as a restorative intervention, helping patients cope with the stress of hospitalization and cancer treatment, aligning with nursing practices that promote healing and hope.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Preferences for photographic art among hospitalized patients with cancer. Hanson, H., Schroeter, K., Hanson, A., et al.[2013]

Art in hospitals is generally well-received by patients and staff, contributing positively to their health and wellbeing, although the quality of evidence supporting these benefits varies.

Patients tend to prefer landscape and nature scenes over abstract art, as these types of visuals are associated with calming effects and positive emotional responses, particularly in stressful hospital environments.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Visual art in hospitals: case studies and review of the evidence. Lankston, L., Cusack, P., Fremantle, C., et al.[2021]

A field study comparing appealing hospital rooms to typical ones showed that patients rated their experiences more positively in appealing rooms.

Patients in appealing rooms had better evaluations of their physicians and nurses, indicating that the environment can significantly influence patient perceptions of healthcare services.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Do appealing hospital rooms increase patient evaluations of physicians, nurses, and hospital services? Swan, JE., Richardson, LD., Hutton, JD.[2019]

In a study of 224 patients in a teaching hospital, displaying photographs of physicians in patient rooms significantly improved the ability of patients to correctly identify their caregivers, with an odds ratio of 1.83.

Patients who could identify more physicians from their photographs reported higher satisfaction with physician responsiveness and communication, indicating that visual recognition may enhance the patient-care experience.

NCBI (Pubmed)

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Patient satisfaction associated with correct identification of physician's photographs. Francis, JJ., Pankratz, VS., Huddleston, JM.[2022]

A study involving 33 nursing home residents showed that integrating visual art into their living environment significantly improved their satisfaction, particularly in recalling old memories, as measured by the Satisfaction with Living Environment at Nursing Home Scale (SLE-NHS).

While the visual art intervention enhanced overall satisfaction, it did not significantly affect scores related to convenience or aesthetic pleasure, indicating that the impact of art may be more about emotional and cultural connection than purely aesthetic improvements.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The effectiveness of visual art on environment in nursing home. Chang, CH., Lu, MS., Lin, TE., et al.[2016]

Photography and photo-elicitation can significantly influence patient preferences and choices in hospital design, highlighting their therapeutic potential beyond traditional arts in healthcare.

The paper discusses evidence from studies that utilized participatory photography in designing children's hospitals globally, suggesting that involving patients in the design process can lead to more effective and comforting healthcare environments.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Through the lens of young people: use of photography in hospital design. Coad, J.[2017]

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Through the lens of young people: use of photography in hospital design. [2017]