Semi-seated Holding Position to Reduce Stress Responses in in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Overview

This study to compare half semi seated position and side lying position with cortisol level on the neonate's stress respon

This study was a randomized control trial with inclusion criteria of moderately preterm, late preterm, and term baby. Exclusion criteria were babies experiencing respiratory distress and multiple congenital anomalies. Two treatments were carried out, the first was in a semi-seated position, the second was the control group, given the side lying position, then the levels of cortisol and salivary oxytocin were compared to see the stress response.

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