Using Lean to Improve Medication Administration Safety: In Search of the “Perfect Dose”
2013
The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 39
Pages 195-204, AP1-AP6
Author(s): Ching, J. M., Long, C., Williams, B. L., Blackmore, C. C.
Added August 2018
Methodological Issues in Conducting Post-Occupancy Evaluations to Support Design Decisions
2013
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 6
Pages 157-163
Author(s): Pati, D., Pati, S.
Added August 2018
Does the redesign of a psychiatric inpatient unit change the treatment process and outcomes?
2013
Psychiatric Services
Journal Article
Issue 8
Volume 64
Pages 804-807
Author(s): Urbanoski, K. A., Mulsant, B. H., Novotna, G., Ehtesham, S., Rush, B. R.
The overall “atmosphere” of a psychiatric treatment facility could be defined through the availability of patient autonomy and support from peers, the presence of aggressive behavior within the ward, and the general sense of ward organization and rule enforcement.
Added August 2018
Effect of intensive care unit environment on in-hospital delirium after cardiac surgery
2013
The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 146
Pages 172-178
Author(s): Arenson, B. G., MacDonald, L. A., Grocott, H. P., Hiebert, B. M., Arora, R. C.
Added July 2018
Healing Gardens and Cognitive Behavioral Units in the Management of Alzheimer's Disease Patients: The Nancy Experience
2013
Journal of Alzheimer's Disease
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 34
Pages 325-338
Author(s): Jonveaux, T. R., Batt, Martine, Fescharek, R., Benetos, A., Trognon, A., Bah Chuzeville, S., Pop, A., Jacob, C., Yzoard, M., Demarche, L., Soulon, L., Malerba, G., Bouvel, B.
Added July 2018
Benefits of sensory garden and horticultural activities in dementia care: A modified scoping review
2013
Journal of Clinical Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 19-20
Volume 23
Pages 2698-2715
Author(s): Gonzalez, M. T., Kirkevold, M.
Added July 2018
Simulation-based feasibility study of improved air conditioning systems for hospital operating room
2013
Frontiers of Architectural Research
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 2
Pages 468-475
Author(s): Zhai, Z., Osborne, A. L.
Added April 2018
An Investigation of Noncompliant Toilet Room Designs for Assisted Toileting
Author(s): Sanford, J., Bosch, S. J.
Added April 2018
A system model of work flow in the patient room of hospital emergency department.
2013
Health Care Management Science
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 16
Pages 341-351
Author(s): Wang, J., Li, J., Howard, P. K.
Added December 2017
Light Therapy and Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia: Past, Present, and Future
2013
Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 33
Pages 913-922
Author(s): Hanford, N., Figueiro, M.G.
Added October 2017
How Strongly Programmed is a Strong Programme Building? A Comparative Analysis of Outpatient Clinics in Two Hospitals
Author(s): Sailer, K., Pachilova, R., Kostopoulou, E., Pradinuk, R., MacKinnon, D., Hoofwijk, T.
The spatial configuration of a given building can be classified into one of two popular theoretical categories: weakly programmed or strongly programmed. These terms have become increasingly more commonly used when analyzing the spatial syntax of buildings; however, the authors suggest that their definitions and criteria are not clearly defined.
Added May 2017
A phenomenological study of experiences of being cared for in a critical care setting: The meanings of the patient room as a place of care
2013
Intensive and Critical Care Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 29
Pages 234-243
Author(s): Olausson, S., Lindahl, B., Ekebergh, M.
Added December 2016
Different Types of Door-Opening Motions as Contributing Factors to Containment Failures in Hospital Isolation Rooms
2013
PLOS ONE
Journal Article
Issue 6
Volume 8
Pages e66663
Author(s): Tang, J. W., Nicolle, A., Pantelic, J., Klettner, C. A., Su, R., Kalliomaki, P., Saarinen, P., Koskela, H., Reijula, K., Mustakallio, P., Cheong, D. K. W., Sekhar, C., Tham, K. W., Costa, C.
When under negative pressure, hospital isolation rooms are essential for both the containment of patients emitting airborne infectious agents as well as the protection of other patients from these agents. A plethora of different doors are used in the construction of these rooms, but relatively few studies have analyzed how certain door-opening motions and the passage of healthcare workers through these doors can affect the overall performance of isolation rooms.
Added December 2016
Objective and subjective assessments of lighting in a hospital setting: implications for health, safety and performance
2013
Ergonomics
Journal Article
Issue 10
Volume 56
Pages 1535-1545
Author(s): Dianat, I., Sedghi, A., Bagherzade, J., Jafarabadi, M. A., Stedmon, A. W.
Poor lighting conditions in workplaces, particularly healthcare environments, can cause discomfort for both patients and staff members, while also negatively affecting the performance of standard tasks. Ailments such as eyestrain, headaches, and indigestion may evolve from low lighting levels, high amounts of glare, and even flickering light sources.
Added October 2016
Copper Surfaces Reduce the Rate of Healthcare-Acquired Infections in the Intensive Care Unit
2013
Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology
Journal Article
Issue 05
Volume 34
Pages 479-486
Author(s): Salgado, C. D., Sepkowitz, K. A., John, J. F., Cantey, J. R., Attaway, H. H., Freeman, K. D., Sharpe, P. A., Michels, H. T., Schmidt, M. G.
Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) have been known to substantially increase patient morbidity and mortality, while also creating considerable financial burdens on patients and healthcare providers. Patients in intensive care units (ICUs) are at higher risk for HAI due to the nature of the ICU environment. Metallic copper surfaces have been known to substantially reduce bacterial concentrations; however, the clinical efficacy of these surfaces in ICUs has not been previously measured.
Added October 2016
The ethics of space, design and color in an oncology ward
2013
Palliative and Supportive Care
Journal Article
Issue 03
Volume 11
Pages 215-221
Author(s): Andritsch, E., Stöger, H., Bauernhofer, T., Andritsch, H., Kasparek, A.-K., Schaberl-Moser, R., Ploner, F., Samonigg, H.
Added October 2016
Care of the Older Adult in the Emergency Department: Nurses Views of the Pressing Issues
2013
The Gerontologist
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 53
Pages 441-453
Author(s): Boltz, M., Parke, B., Shuluk, J., Capezuti, E., Galvin, J. E.
Added October 2016
Social health and nutrition impacts of community kitchens: A systematic review
2013
Public Health Nutrition
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 16
Pages 535-543
Author(s): Iacovou, M., Pattieson, D. C., Truby, H., Palermo, C.
Added August 2016
A framework for understanding grocery purchasing in a low-income urban environment
2013
Qualitative Health Research
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 23
Pages 665-678
Author(s): Zachary, D., Palmer, A., Beckham, S., Surkan, P.
Added August 2016
Lost in space: The place of the architectural milieu in the aetiology and treatment of schizophrenia
2013
Facilities
Journal Article
Issue 9/10
Volume 31
Pages 427-448
Author(s): Golembiewski, J.
This article is a theoretical discussion concerning how designed and constructed environments can be significant factors in the psychogenesis of mental illnesses, particularly with non-affective psychoses. The authors believe that the current body of literature is lacking in resources that could help direct design decision-making to positively influence the well-being of mentally ill individuals. Discussing this matter may help identify specific qualities of the built environment that appear to be aetiologically related to psychosis.
Added June 2016
