The Effect of Routine and Random Pacifier Use Methods in Preterm Infants

"Common Action Steps:~1. Legal representatives of newborns are informed about the study purpose, participants read and sign the informed consent form so their consent is obtained.~2. Inclusion and exclusion criteria are evaluated.~3. Study group is determined in line with the randomization order of the newborn to be included in the study.~4. First part of the patient information and follow-up form is completed.~5. Feeding content, amount and method are determined by the physician.~Action Steps of the Control Group:~\* Pacifier is randomly given to the infant for 30 min independent from feeding during the day.~1. Common procedure steps are applied.~2. Procedure steps are applied in accordance with the Neonatal Nursing Protocols according to the newborn's feeding method.~3. Second part of the patient information and follow-up form is completed daily."

"Procedure Steps of the Experimental Group:~* Pacifier is randomly given to the infant for 30 min independent from feeding during the day. In addition, pacifier is given to the infant for 5 min before each feeding.~ 1. Common procedure steps are applied.~ 2. Pacifier is given for 5 min before each feeding.~ 3. Procedure steps are applied in accordance with the Neonatal Nursing Protocols according to the newborn's feeding method.~ 4. Second part of the patient information and follow-up form is completed daily."