Effects of different interior decorations in the seclusion area of a psychiatric acute ward
2005
Nordic Journal of Psychiatry
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 59
Pages 19-24
Author(s): Vaaler, A.E., Morken, G., Linaker, O.M.
Seclusion, or containment of a patient in an enclosed area, is a common practice in psychiatric acute wards. Traditionally such areas have been used for the dual purpose of meeting the safety and containment needs of behaviorally disturbed patients, and obtaining a decrease in sensory and emotional input (based on the belief that external stimuli would cause patients to suffer excessive mental anxiety). The design and furnishings of the seclusion area are influenced by this need to reduce external stimuli and maintain safety. They are typically sparsely furnished minimizing risk of any physical harm.
Added October 2012
Nursing and the arts. Nature and well-being
2005
Clinical Nurse Specialist: The Journal for Advanced Nursing Practice
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 19
Pages 218-219
Author(s): Young-Mason, J.
Added October 2012
Antimicrobial functions for synthetic fibers: Recent developments
2005
Aatcc Review
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 5
Pages 17-21
Author(s): Williams, J.F., HaloSource, V., Cho, U.
Added October 2012
Environmental Toxicants and Developmental Disabilities
2005
American Psychologist
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 60
Pages 243-255
Author(s): Koger, S.M., Schettler, T., Weiss, B.
Added October 2012
Brominated flame retardants
2005
Health Care Without Harm
Journal Article
Author(s): Janssen
Added October 2012
Healthier hospitals?
2005
Nursing Management
Journal Article
Issue 10
Volume 36
Pages 34-44
Author(s): Fontaine, D.K., Gerardi, D.
Added October 2012
The healing environment in our communities and healthcare settings: research excellence into practice
2005
Clinical Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 5
Pages 296-8
Author(s): Craft, N.
Added October 2012
Acoustics and psychosocial environment in intensive coronary care
2005
Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 62
Pages 1-8
Author(s): Blomkvist, V., Eriksen, C.A., Theorell, T., Ulrich, R., Rasmanis, G.
Research suggests that the physical environment of healthcare facilities influences patient satisfaction, pain, and infection. However, there is less research about how the design of healthcare spaces impacts staff outcomes such as job stress, work demands, fatigue, and quality of patient care.
Added October 2012
A vital link. Interior features can contribute to better infection control
2005
Health Facilities Management
Journal Article
Issue 11
Volume 18
Pages 23-26
Author(s): Banholzer, M.
Added October 2012