Play white noise
It can lower heart rate and reduce anxiety.
What You'll Do
Play white noise at 50–60 dB for 5 minutes to create a calming environment.
Scientific Basis
Playing white noise (~50–60 dB) for elderly patients admitted to a cardiac ICU can lower heart rate, anchoring a calmer mood through physiological stabilization.
Shahrokhi, S. , et al. (2022). The effect of white noise exposure on anxiety and heart rate in elderly CICU patients. International Journal of Environmental Health.The Science of Impact
Demonstrates that white noise can significantly lower anxiety, improving patient comfort in critical care settings.
Potentially reduces the need for pharmacological interventions for anxiety, leading to lower healthcare costs.
Enhances overall patient experience and recovery outcomes in high-stress environments like ICUs.
Pro Tips
Implement white noise therapy for at least 30 minutes daily in ICU settings.
Maintain sound levels between 50–60 dB for optimal calming effects.
Monitor patient heart rates before and after white noise exposure to assess effectiveness.