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Maternal positions and mobility during first stage labour

2009

The Cochrane database of systematic reviews

Journal Article

Issue 2

Pages CD003934

Author(s): Lawrence, A., Lewis, L., Hofmeyr, G. J., Dowswell, T., Styles, C.

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A Study of Hospital Inpatient Unit Design Factors Impacting Direct Patient Care Time, Documentation Time, and Patient Safety

2009

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Author(s): Clark, T., Combs, S.

Architects have experimented with numerous inpatient care unit (IPU) designs, such as racetracks, “T-shapes,”, “L-shapes,”, triangular forms, and many others. There is no clear consensus on how the designs of these spaces and other physical features within IPUs influence healthcare provider productivity, safety, and overall effectiveness.

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Guiding design of dementia friendly environments in residential care settings: Considering the living experiences

2009

Dementia

Journal Article

Issue 2

Volume 8

Pages 185-203

Author(s): Davis, S., Byers, S., Nay, R., Koch, S.

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Perspectives of patients with disabilities on the accessibility of medical equipment: Examination tables, imaging equipment, medical chairs, and weight scales

2009

Disability and Health Journal

Journal Article

Issue 4

Volume 2

Pages 169-179.e1

Author(s): Story, M. F., Schwier, E., Kailes, J. I.

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Therapeutic Influences of Plants in Hospital Rooms on Surgical Recovery

2009

HortScience

Journal Article

Issue 1

Volume 44

Pages 102-105

Author(s): Park, S.-H., Mattson, R. H.

Surgical procedures can instill a sizeable amount of anxiety in patients from all different backgrounds. Previous studies have thoroughly explored how increased stress and anxiety can adversely influence the recovery process following a surgical procedure.

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