The Effect of Nonstress Test Device Noise Level on Stress Parameters in Primiparous Pregnant Women

Introduction: Prenatal tests can increase the stress levels of pregnant women. One of the tests performed to evaluate fetal health during pregnancy is the Nonstress Test (NST). Objective: To evaluate the effect of NST device noise level on stress parameters in primiparous pregnant women. Method: A randomized controlled, prospective study was conducted with 44 pregnant women in a State Hospital in Istanbul/Turkey between 01.02.2021 and 01.10.2021. Personal Information Form, Spielberger State Anxiety Inventory, Hillrom Welch Allyn Connex Spot Monitor, Gluco Dr Glucometer, Extech SL 400 Personal Noise Dosimeter, Sennheiser HD 450BT ANC Over-Ear Bluetooth Headset, Eppendorf Tube, Philips Avalon FM20 NST were used to collect data. A p value of \<.05 was considered significant in the statistical evaluation.

NCT Number	NCT05488704
Lead Sponsor	Halic University
Conditions	Stress, Noise Exposure, Prenatal Stress, Prenatal Care Late, Pregnancy Related
Enrollment	44 participants
Start Date	2021-02-01
Primary Completion	2021-10-01 (estimated)
Study Completion	2028-07-28 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2022-08-04