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Cross-Sectional Analysis Of Sound Levels In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Nicu) At Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Caroline Komlo, Martin Morris, Robert Ries, Michael Velez
Cross-Sectional Analysis Of Sound Levels In The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (Nicu) At Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Caroline Komlo, Martin Morris, Robert Ries, Michael Velez
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Introduction . Infants in the NICU are considered at greater risk of developmental delay. It is now known that excessively loud noise can have a negative impact on parameters such as blood pressure, breathing, heart beat and oxygen saturation. Previous research has concluded that the optimal decibel (dB) level for proper growth of neonate hair cells rests around 45dB. Consequently, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that noise levels in the NICU be maintained to a maximum of 45dBA. However, little research has focused on designing new noise-altering products and their impact on neonatal outcomes.
Methods. This was a cross …