NeoSTRESS: Study of Transfer and Retrieval Environmental StressorS upon neonates via a smartphone application - Sound.

Deborah GilmourKhoi M DuongIan J GilmourMark William Davies

Published in: Journal of paediatrics and child health (2021)

Neonates encounter harmful sound levels during retrieval - louder than recommended levels for 99% of all retrieval time. Sounds levels were highest in rotary aircraft transport compared to fixed wing or road transport. It is feasible to use a calibrated smartphone application instead of a sound metre.

Keyphrases

low birth weight
preterm infants
climate change
human health