Noise level analysis in adult intensive care unit

Authors

  • Helen Katharine Christofel
  • Joselene Gomes Madeiras
  • Sonia Maria Marques Gomes Bertolini
  • Juliana Maria de Oliveira

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15253/2175-6783.2016000400016

Keywords:

Noise, Intensive Care Units, Ventilators, Mechanical.

Abstract

Objective: to analyze the noise level in adult intensive care unit. Methods: a quantitative study, in which the sound levels of the intensive care unit have been assessed by means of a decibel meter. Results: comparing the groups, there was a reduction in noise levels in both periods studied, but only in the afternoon there was a statistically significant difference (p<0.05). The health professionals pointed out that the unit had moderate noise, coming mainly from equipment and professionals. Conclusion: adjusting the ventilator alarms contributed to the reduction of noise levels in the unit, and there was the perception that it is a moderate noise environment, although the noise levels in decibels observed were above the recommended values.

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Published

2016-08-04

How to Cite

Christofel, H. K., Madeiras, J. G., Bertolini, S. M. M. G., & Oliveira, J. M. de. (2016). Noise level analysis in adult intensive care unit. Rev Rene, 17(4), 553–560. https://doi.org/10.15253/2175-6783.2016000400016

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