Open space vs private rooms for premature baby care
This study compares two types of newborn intensive care unit (NICU) designs—open spaces versus private rooms—to see how they affect babies, parents, and staff. It may help improve care for premature or low-birth-weight infants.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born before 32 weeks of pregnancy or weighed less than 1500 grams (about 3.3 pounds).
- Your baby has no major birth defects or severe bleeding in the brain.
- You are at least 18 years old and can give written consent to join.
- You (or your partner) must be able to understand Italian, both written and spoken.
- If you are a healthcare worker, you must have worked in the participating unit for at least 1 year.
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