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Ambient music in the emergency services: the professionals' perception
Maria Fernanda Zorzi Gatti1, Maria Júlia Paes da Silva
1Adult Emergency Medical Services, Hospital Samaritano, and University of São Paulo, College of Nursing, Brazil. maria.gatti@samaritano.com.br
Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem
|July 27, 2007
Summary
Classical music in emergency departments positively impacted healthcare professionals
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Environmental Psychology
- Music Therapy
Background:
- Emergency services are inherently stressful environments for healthcare professionals.
- High-stress situations in emergency departments can lead to significant anxiety among staff.
- The impact of environmental factors, such as music, on healthcare worker well-being is an area of growing interest.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate healthcare professionals' perceptions of classical music in the emergency department workplace.
- To assess the influence of ambient music on the work environment and professional performance.
- To gather insights into staff preferences regarding musical interventions.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based survey was administered to 49 healthcare professionals in an adult emergency department.
- Data collection focused on perceptions of music's effect on atmosphere and performance.
- Quantitative analysis of responses regarding music presence, performance alteration, and repertoire enjoyment.
Main Results:
- A significant majority (78%) reported a noticeable change in the work atmosphere with music.
- 41% believed music affected their personal performance, with 85% of those finding it positive.
- 96% supported retaining ambient music, though 76% desired varied genres.
Conclusions:
- Classical music can positively influence the atmosphere and perceived performance in emergency departments.
- Healthcare professionals generally favor the presence of ambient music, with a desire for diverse musical selections.
- Further research into specific music genres and their effects on healthcare settings is warranted.
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