Occupational Exposure to Noise Pollution in Anesthesiology

Oliveira, Carlos Rogério Degrandi; Nogueira, Rogério N.

doi:10.1016/s0034-7094(12)70123-x

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“…Noise may be described as aperiodic acoustic signals originated from the overlap of several vibration movements with different, unrelated frequencies 1 . Noise has been increasing over the years, specifically in large metropolitan areas.…”

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Purpose: to assess the noise level in different environments of a public hospital and to analyze its effects on employees from reporting complaints. Methods: a quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectioned study. To survey data, we used a Minipa® decibelimeter adjusted in the range 40-130 decibels positioned in different hospital departments in different shifts for a week to evaluate noise levels and an adapted questionnaire that was applied to employees. Results: the level of noise introduced minimum of 52.5 decibels in the Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a maximum of 85 decibels in the women's ward with a significant difference between the different days of the week during the same turn. The same occurred in the emergency room, but did not show significance in other sectors. Employees feel discomfort to loud sounds, 74.4%, and 35.5% feel sick after hours due to stress caused by noise that is produced by multiple devices combined with the sounds of alarms, works, visits and schedules conversation between the hospital staff. Conclusion:noise levels are above the recommended levels in different sectors and professionals manifest discomfort and tinnitus before and after their exposure.

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“…As the use of ear protector might not be suitable as it could hinder communication and is generally regarded as cumbersome; minimizing the noise levels might be the best option. This can be achieved by applying a noise barrier around or near the operating table, isolating the source of noise, increasing the absorption of walls and ceilings, and decreasing the time exposure of health professionals in operating theatre [6]. After all, the most preventive measures to prevent NIHL are the use of hearing protective devices, if it is not possible; some engineering intervention should be implemented [7].…”

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Noise Exposure During Orthopaedics Surgery

Razali¹,

Herman²,

Zulkifly³

2017

Sci. herit. j.

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There is serious concern on noise hazard in operating theatre especially in the orthopaedics field that requires usage of many instruments. However, data on this noise exposure particularly in Malaysia is rather limited. This study was conducted as a pilot study to investigate the noise exposure in orthopaedics theatre in a hospital in Kuantan, Pahang in June 2011. Several different orthopaedics theatres involving procedures that use powered instruments were investigated. Time recorded noise exposures were taken using personal noise dosimeters throughout the surgeries worn by the surgeons. The peak noise level and the average noise exposure within 8 hours were determined, and compared with the available Factory and Machinery Act (Noise) standards. Six out of seven surgeries exceeded 140 dBA for peak sound levels. The average noise exposure within 8 hours was below 85 dBA in all cases. Although the average noise level did not surpass the stipulated guidelines, the peak level exceeding 140 dBA still carries risk for hearing loss. In conclusion, healthcare personnel in operating theatre were exposed to noise hazard for certain medical procedures. Hence, proper noise management should be implemented to protect them from noise-induced hearing loss while maintaining the success and efficiency of the surgeries.

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“…Although the noise levels in the OR may not be high enough to require ear protection, the noise in an OR does have other effects related to patient safety (eg, communication interference, increased stress levels) 9 . Although the levels reported in the NIOSH study were below levels determined by NIOSH to create hearing loss, the authors concluded the levels were high enough to possibly cause interference with communication 2 .…”

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Clinical Issues‐November 2013

Burlingame

2013

AORN Journal

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The CE contact hours for this article expire November 30, 2016. Prices are subject to change. Purpose/GoalTo provide the learner with knowledge of AORN's recommended practices related to creating a mini sterile processing department in an OR; the sterilization, cleaning, and care of equipment; determining airflow needs in an endoscopy cleaning room; and reducing noise in the perioperative practice setting.Objectives 1. Discuss practices that could jeopardize safety in the perioperative area. 2. Discuss common areas of concern that relate to perioperative best practices. 3. Describe implementation of evidence-based practice in relation to perioperative nursing care.

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Occupational Exposure to Noise Pollution in Anesthesiology

Abstract: The results of the main articles in literature on the subject are discussed, concerning the sources of noise pollution and its effects on workers, particularly the anesthesiologist. Emphasis is given to legislation and recommendations to minimize the effects caused by noise.

Cited by 27 publications

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