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Description

This article has been approved by the National Association for Neonatal Nurses Certification Board for Category B credit toward recertification as an NNP.

Purpose of Activity

To present a study comparing the effects of cycled lighting versus continuous near darkness in preterm infants born between 28 and 32 weeks of gestation.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Explain the use of cycled and continuous near darkness lighting on premature infants.
  2. Describe the methodology, results, and implications of the study comparing the effects of cycled lighting versus continuous near darkness in preterm infants.
Price: $17.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 1.5 CH
  • DC - BON 1.5 CH
  • KY-BON 1.5 CH
  • GA - BON 1.5 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.







Test Code: ANC0817
Published: Aug 2017
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 15/17 (88%)
Authors: Valérie Lebel, RN, PhD; Marilyn Aita, RN, PhD; Celeste Johnston, RN, DEd; Marjolaine Héon, RN, PhD; France Dupuis, RN, PhD
Categories: Neonatal
Specialties: Neonatal