Document Type
Thesis - University Access Only
Award Date
2000
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department / School
Graduate Nursing
Abstract
This study evaluates the physiologic effects of sensory stimulation in the neonatal population. These effects were compared to physiologic outcomes of decreased sensory stimulation in the same population. A convenience sample of the neonatal population admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit was tested by a pretest post test evaluation of the same neonate's effects of sensory stimulation and of decreased sensory stimulation. Major findings of this investigation included evidence of a significant relationship between sensory stimulation and changes in physiological parameters. These results will be an asset to the nursing community caring for intensive care patients. This will also aid in neonatal unit design and demographics.
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Infants (Premature)
Sensory stimulation
Light -- Physiological effect
Noise -- Physiological effect
Format
application/pdf
Number of Pages
66
Publisher
South Dakota State University
Recommended Citation
Barber, Kimberly K., "Physiological Response of the Preterm Neonate to Sensory Stimulation from Lighting and Sound" (2000). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 726.
https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/etd2/726