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How redesigning the abrasive alarms of hospital soundscapes can save lives.

April 12, 2017

Couch C.

Alarm frequency can contribute to distractions and stress in the hospital environment. Reporting on alarm fatigue as a safety issue, this magazine article describes innovative strategies to manage noise in the hospital environment such as sound design and customizing alarms.

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