The effect of music on preoperative anxiety in day surgery Author: Cooke, M., Chaboyer, W., Schluter, P. & Hiratos, M. Conference/Journal: J Adv Nurs Date published: 2005 Other: Volume ID: 52 , Pages: 47-55 , Word Count: 23 METHOD: A randomized controlled trial design was conducted to assess anxiety before and after listening to patient preferred music. RESULTS: Music reduced anxiety.