Live music for critically ill children
This study tests whether live music can help very young children (under 5) who need a breathing machine in the intensive care unit. The goal is to see if music helps them feel calmer and recover better.
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Who can take part
- Your child is under 5 years old.
- Your child is expected to need a breathing machine (ventilator) for at least 48 hours.
- Your child does not have a cognitive disorder (like severe brain injury or developmental delay).
- Your child is not expected to need end-of-life care.
- Your child is not deaf or have a serious hearing problem.
- You (parent/guardian) understand and speak Dutch well enough to communicate with the team.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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