MCN. The American journal of maternal child nursing
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MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs · Nov 2007
Neonatal intensive care unit sound levels before and after structural reconstruction.
This study compared sound levels before and after structural reconstruction within an NICU. ⋯ Findings from this study demonstrated the positive impact that reconstruction can have on sound levels (4 dB Leq decrease); however, additional interventions may be needed to meet the current standards for noise reduction in an NICU.
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MCN Am J Matern Child Nurs · Nov 2007
Hospitalized children's perceptions of nurses and nurse behaviors.
To contribute knowledge concerning hospitalized children's perceptions of nurses and nurse behaviors based on the words of children. ⋯ Nurses caring for children should acknowledge them (with conversation or smiles) with each interaction, provide age-appropriate diversion and friendly interaction, provide basic needs in a gentle manner, and engage in protective and advocacy behaviors, such as frequent stops to assure a child's safety and well-being. Children appreciate a smile, a gentle touch, and kind words. Nurses who care for children should realize their continued need for physical comfort, reassurance, and conversation and know that these children understand and appreciate the advocacy roles nurses assume.