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A multi-loci time-series descriptive study on noise levels in a pediatric emergency care department
Current Research in Public Health
| Vol 5, Issue 1
Table 2. Intensity of noise sources in wards
| Variables | Content | Mean±SD (dB (A)) |
| Crying | Fear, anxiety, resistance to crying | 86.75±9.12 |
| Instrument alarm | ECG monitor, infusion pump, atomizer | 73.42±7.42 |
| clinical manipulation | Rescue, atomization, sputum aspiration and venipuncture | 72.40±10.91 |
| Ringtone | fixed telephone | 65.87±4.01 |
| conversation | Medical workers, children, companions, cleaners, security personnel | 78.64±6.73 |