Assessing speech exposure in the NICU: Implications for speech enrichment for preterm infants.

Melissa L ScalaVirginia A MarchmanClaire GodenziCourtney GaoKatherine E Travis

Published in: Journal of perinatology : official journal of the California Perinatal Association (2020)

Care activities represent a small portion of NICU experiences. Speech exposure during Developmental Care, especially with intentional voice exposure, may be an important source of stimulation. Implications for care practices are discussed.

Keyphrases

preterm infants
healthcare
palliative care
quality improvement
low birth weight
affordable care act
primary care
health insurance