Table 3.
Well-being by VAS score before anesthesia.
| Control | 2 h | 4 h | p | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thirst (mean ± SD) | 3.69 ± 1.58 | 1.83 ± 1.20 | 2.94 ± 1.32 | <0.05a,b |
| Hunger (mean ± SD) | 4.21 ± 1.74 | 2.94 ± 1.50 | 2.54 ± 1.67 | <0.05a,b |
| Mouth dryness (mean ± SD) | 4.41 ± 1.77 | 3.44 ± 1.76 | 2.50 ± 1.32 | <0.05a,b |
| Nausea (mean ± SD) | 1.13 ± 2.18 | 0.09 ± 0.68 | 0.75 ± 0.99 | <0.05a |
| Vomiting (mean ± SD) | 1.13 ± 2.18 | 0.09 ± 0.68 | 0.75 ± 0.99 | <0.05a |
| Fatigue (mean ± SD) | 4.26 ± 2.00 | 2.42 ± 0.97 | 3.52 ± 1.55 | <0.05a |
Note: the variables in each group were compared using ANOVA with Bonferroni's correction. p < 0.05a: control group vs. 2 h group; p < 0.05b: control group vs. 4 h group.