Neurobehavioral Responses to Multisensory Stimulation Module in Preterm Neonates

Neurobehavioral Responses to Multisensory Stimulation Module in Preterm Neonates: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Preterm neonates who receive multi-sensory stimulation exhibit more neurobehavioral development than those who don't.

This study will be conducted at Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Alexandria University Children's Hospital (AUCH) at Smouha, Alexandria, egypt.

A sample of 60 preterm neonates.The study subjects will be randomly assigned into two equal groups (control and multi-sensory stimulation groups) using random number table. Each group will be comprised of 30 neonates. The first neonate will be assigned to the control group and the second neonate will be assigned to the multi-sensory stimulation group.

Control group: Preterm neonates will receive only routine care of the unit. Multi-Sensory Stimulation group: Preterm neonates will receive multi-sensory stimulation intervention beside routine care of the unit.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Gestational age ranges from 32 and 36 weeks.
• The preterm infant's 5 min Apgar is 6 and more.

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of cardiopulmonary resuscitation or surgery.
• History of intraventricular hemorrhage grade II and above.
• Major congenital malformations