The Effect of Using Nature Sounds and Virtual Reality During the Non-Stress Test

The aim of this study is to examine the effect of using nature sounds and virtual reality during the non-stress test on fetal well-being, maternal anxiety, comfort, and satisfaction. The study sample will consist of all pregnant women admitted to the Non-Stress Test (NST) unit. A total of 150 women will be included in the sample: 50 for the virtual reality group, 50 for the nature sounds group, and 50 for the control group.

Inclusion Criteria: * Being 18 years of age or older * Being at 32 weeks of gestation or beyond * Having a healthy pregnancy * Having a singleton and viable pregnancy * Not using tobacco or alcohol * Having eaten at least two hours before the NST procedure Exclusion Criteria: * Having any communication impairment (language, vision, hearing, speech, etc.) * Having a physical or cognitive condition that prevents the use of the virtual reality application and nature sound Having a diagnosis of a high-risk pregnancy Having a diagnosis of a significant chronic (cardiac, renal, neurological, etc.) or psychiatric disorder (psychosis, neurosis, substance dependence, etc.) Having a multiple pregnancy Having a fetus with an anomaly Experiencing fetal distress requiring emergency intervention Having uterine contractions