Caring or uncaring – meanings of being in an oncology environment
2006
Journal of Advanced Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 55
Pages 188-197
Author(s): Edvardsson, D., Sandman, P. O., Rasmussen, B.
The idea that the physical environment impacts health and well-being has been explored throughout history. In modern contexts, studies have been conducted to show how hospital design features such as art and views of natural scenery can positively influence patient experience, and how environmental variables such as sound, architecture, and color can affect different biomedical responses in...
Added November 2014
Why walkers slip: shine is not a reliable cue for slippery ground
2006
Perception & Psychophysics
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 68
Pages 339-352
Author(s): Joh, A. S., Adolph, K. E., Campbell, M. R., Eppler, M. A.
Added November 2014
Prediction of slips: an evaluation of utilized coefficient of friction and available slip resistance
2006
Ergonomics
Journal Article
Issue 10
Volume 49
Pages 982-995
Author(s): Burnfield, J. M., Powers, C. M.
Added September 2014
Perceived hospital environment quality indicators: A study of orthopaedic units
2006
Journal of Environmental Psychology
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 26
Pages 321-334
Author(s): Fornara, F., Bonaiuto, M., Bonnes, M.
The field of healthcare design has increasingly recognized the need for building environments that are more ‘‘user-centered,’’ but spatial–physical features have not typically been included in assessment surveys on patient satisfaction.
Added July 2014
Challenges in Design and Transition to a Private Room Model in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
2006
Advances in Neonatal Care
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 6
Pages 271-280
Author(s): Carlson, B., Walsh, S., Wergin, T., Schwarzkopf, K., Ecklund, S.
The need for neonatal intensive care units (NICU) is increasing at a time when research suggests their designs need to change to provide a developmentally appropriate healing environment. One approach is a private room NICU model versus a large multibed ward. However, such a radical design change could be challenging to implement.
Added April 2014
Health Promotion by Design in Long-Term Care Settings
Author(s): Joseph, A.
Added October 2012
Watching paint dry - monitoring emissions of VOC and oVOCs
2006
Geophysical Research Abstracts
Journal Article
Author(s): Wyche, K.P., Blake, R.S., Whyte, C., Ellis, A.M., Monks, P.S.
Added October 2012
Experimental PVC material challenge in subjects with occupational PVC exposure
2006
Environmental Health Perspectives
Journal Article
Issue 9
Volume 114
Pages 1409-1413
Author(s): Tuomainen, A., Stark, H., Seuri, M., Hirvonen, M.-R., Linnainmaa, M., Sieppi, A., Tukiainen, H.
Added October 2012
Feels Like Deja Vu All Over Again
2006
Pebble Project-Published Articles
Journal Article
Issue October 2006
Volume Contract Magazine
Pages 3
Author(s): Malkin, J.
Added October 2012
Disinfection of fabrics and carpets artificially contaminated with calicivirus: relevance in institutional and healthcare centres
2006
Journal of Hospital Infection
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 63
Pages 205-210
Author(s): Malik, Y.S., Allwood, P.B., Hedberg, C.W., Goyal, S.M.
Added October 2012
Assessment of materials commonly utilized in health care: Implications for bacterial survival and transmission
2006
American Journal of Infection Control
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 34
Pages 258-263
Author(s): Lankford, M.G., Collins, S., Youngberg, L., Rooney, D.M., Warren, J.R., Noskin, G.A.
Added October 2012
Hospitals Go 'Green' to Cut Toxins, Improve Patient Environment
2006
Pebble Project-Published Articles
Journal Article
Issue October 2006
Volume Wall Street Journal
Pages 2
Author(s): Landro, L.
Added October 2012
How long do nosocomial pathogens persist on inanimate surfaces? A systematic review
2006
Infectious Diseases (British Medical Journal)
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 6
Pages 130
Author(s): Kramer, A., Schwebke, I., Kampf, G.
Added October 2012
Environmental and therapeutic issues in psychiatric hospital design: Toward best practices
2006
Psychiatric Services
Journal Article
Issue 10
Volume 57
Pages 1376-1378
Author(s): Karlin, B.E., Zeiss, R.A.
Added October 2012
Less infectious by design
2006
Pebble Project-Published Articles
Journal Article
Issue November 2006
Volume Cleanroom Technology
Author(s): Joseph, A.
Added October 2012
Partnering With Patients and Families in Designing Visual Cues to Prevent Falls in Hospitalized Elders
2006
Journal of Nursing Care Quality
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 21
Pages 236-241
Author(s): Jeske, L., Kolmer, V., Muth, M., Cerns, S., Moldenhaur, S., Hook, M.L.
Added October 2012
Managing building-related Aspergillus exposure
2006
Medical Mycology
Journal Article
Author(s): Horner, W.E.
Added October 2012
Creating 'choice' environments
2006
Nursing Homes: Long Term Care Management
Journal Article
Issue 9
Volume 55
Pages 36
Author(s): Lancaster Health Group
Added October 2012
Environmental Changes Increase Hospital Safety for Dementia Patients
2006
Holistic Nursing Practice
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 20
Pages 80-84
Author(s): Goodall, D.
Added October 2012
Special effect
2006
Nursind Standard
Journal Article
Issue 31
Volume 30
Pages 22-24
Author(s): Davis, C.
Added October 2012