Indian journal of pediatrics
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Kangaroo Mother Care in reducing pain in preterm neonates on heel prick.
To determine the effect of Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) of small duration of 15 min in decreasing pain in preterm neonates between 32-36 wk 6 d on heel prick by a 26 gauge needle. ⋯ The findings suggest that short duration KMC (15 min) has stress reducing benefits. Preterm neonates above 32 wk gestational age can benefit from KMC to decrease pain from heel prick procedure.