ACOUSTIC MEASUREMENTS ACOUSTIC MEASUREMENTS
Likert scale questions on a 5 point scale, with 3 a neutral choice. By averaging across respondents, a mean less than 3 indicates on average they disagree with the statement, while an average above 3 indicates on average they agreed with the statement. The farther the mean
Acoustical measurements were taken throughout the entirety of the ICU and Progressive cardiovascular units in both the pre- and
is from 3, the stronger the group’s feelings are about the question.
post-occupancy evaluations. Data was collected using a digital sound level meter over the course of one week. Measurements were taken in the corridors of each unit at various locations.
Intensive Care Unit
59.92 dB
61.21 dB
PRE
POST
Progressive Care Unit
59.74 dB
59.79 dB
PRE
POST 117