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The Knowledge Repository is a complete, user-friendly database of healthcare design research references that continues to grow with the latest peer-reviewed publications. Start with our Knowledge Repository for all of your searches for articles and research citations on healthcare design topics. Access full texts through the source link, read key point summaries, or watch slidecasts. Expand your search and find project briefs, interviews, and other relevant resources by visiting our Insights & Solutions page.

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Enhancing healthier birth outcomes by creating supportive spaces for pregnant African American women living Milwaukee

Author(s): Mkandawire-Valhmu, L., Lathen, L., Baisch, M. J., Cotton, Q., Dressel, A., Antilla, J., Olukotun, O., Washington, R., Jordan, L., Hess, A.
Added August 2020

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Room Type Design Trends

Author(s): Song, Yilin, Shepley, Mardelle McCuskey
Added July 2020

An observational study of sound exposure in a single-room configured neonatal unit (SENSE study)

Author(s): Best, K., Hughes, I., New, K., Bogossian, F.
Added July 2020

Private patient rooms and hospital-acquired methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus: A hospital-level analysis of administrative data from the United States

Author(s): Park, S.-H., Stockbridge, E. L., Miller, T. L., O’Neill, L.
Added July 2020

Effectiveness of a Snoezelen Room on fear, anxiety, and satisfaction of nulliparous women: A randomized controlled trial

Author(s): Momeni, M., Jamshidimanesh, M., Ranjbar, H.
Added July 2020

The restorative quality of patient ward environment: Tests of six dominant design characteristics

Author(s): Gao, C., Zhang, S.
Added July 2020

Design consideration for window placement to provide the view within the patient's visual range

Author(s): Sengke, M. M. C., Atmodiwirjo, P., Yatmo, Y. A., Johanes, M.
Added May 2020

Influence of bedspacing on outcomes of hospitalised medicine service patients: A retrospective cohort study

Author(s): Kohn, R., Harhay, M. O., Bayes, B., Song, H., Halpern, S. D., Kerlin, M. P., Greysen, S. R.
Added April 2020

Inadequacy and impact of facility design for adolescents and young adults with cancer

Author(s): Peditto, K., Shepley, M., Sachs, N., Mendle, J., Burrow, A.
Added April 2020

Impact of sink location on hand hygiene compliance for Clostridium difficile infection

Author(s): Zellmer, C., Blakney, R., Van Hoof, S., Safdar, N.
Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is a common health complication arising within medical environments that can place noticeable strain on healthcare systems. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has provided hand hygiene guidelines for mitigating these infections following contact during an outbreak situation; however, various barriers may prevent compliance with these hand hygiene guidelines.
Key Point Summary
Added November 2019

Vitamin V: Evaluating the benefits of view quality in hospital patient rooms using a large-scale human factors study

Author(s): Nezamdoost, A., Modarres Nezhad, M.
Added November 2019

Single-bed or multibed room designs influence ICU staff stress and family satisfaction, but do not influence ICU staff burnout

Author(s): de Matos, L. B. N., Fumis, R. R. L., Nassar Junior, A. P., Lacerda, F. H., Caruso, P.
Added October 2019

Time-series analysis of health care–associated infections in a new hospital with all private rooms

Author(s): McDonald, E. G., Dendukuri, N., Frenette, C., Lee, T. C.
Added August 2019

Keeping clean in the reading room: An initiative to improve workstation hygiene

Author(s): Campbell, J., Lee, E., Vakharia, A., McGinty, K.
Added July 2019

Window design strategies for environmentally friendly and energy efficient patient rooms: A case study in the Belgian context

Author(s): Eisazadeh, N., Allacker, K., De Troyer, F.
Added June 2019

The impact of the built environment on patient falls in hospital rooms: An integrative review

Author(s): Pati, D., Valipoor, S., Lorusso, L., Mihandoust, S., Jamshidi, S., Rane, A., Kazem-Zadeh, M.
Added June 2019

Sensory strategies in adult mental health: A qualitative exploration of staff perspectives following the introduction of a sensory room on a male adult acute ward

Author(s): Forsyth, A. S., Trevarrow, R.
Added February 2019

Bringing the single versus multi-patient room debate to vulnerable patient populations: A systematic review of the impact of room types on hospitalized older people and people with neurological disorders

Author(s): Shannon, M. M., Lipson-Smith, R., Elf, M., Olver, J., Kramer, S., Bernhardt, J.
Added February 2019

Anticipated Advantages and Disadvantages of a move to 100% Single Room Hospital in Australia: A Case Study

Author(s): Cusack, L., Wiechula, R., Schultz, T., Dollard, J., Maben, J.
Added February 2019

Exploring the Effects of Clinical Exam Room Design on Communication, Technology Interaction, and Satisfaction

Author(s): Zamani, Z., Harper, E. C.
The use of electronic health records (EHRs) in exam rooms is common, but research assessing the impact of EHRs on the exam experience is mixed. Limited research for healthcare design suggests exam room layouts can influence patient-provider interactions through improved information sharing.
Key Point Summary
Added February 2019