Safe and supportive neurorehabilitation environments: Results of a structured observation of physical features across two rehabilitation facilities
2020
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 13
Pages 115-127
Author(s): Colley, J., Zeeman, H.
Neurorehabilitation inpatient facilities need to carefully manage occupational safety and risk management while also encouraging positive patient experiences. More information is needed on how inpatient neurorehabilitation facilities can most effectively support people recovering from spinal cord or acquired brain injuries, i.e., how they can be both safe and supportive for patients.
Added April 2020
Ward layout, communication and care quality
Author(s): Pachilova, R., Sailer, K.
Added December 2019
Medication error trends and effects of person-related, environment-related and communication-related factors on medication errors in a paediatric hospital
2019
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 55
Pages 320-326
Author(s): Manias, E., Cranswick, N., Newall, F., Rosenfeld, E., Weiner, C., Williams, A., Wong, I. C. K., Borrott, N., Lai, J., Kinney, S.
Previous studies have found that children receiving care in pediatric facilities can face a high risk of medication errors due to a combination of person-related, communication-related, or environment-related factors. This study further examines how environment-related factors specifically influence medication errors.
Added November 2019
Backstage staff communication: The effects of different levels of visual exposure to patients
2020
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 13
Pages 54-69
Author(s): Lim, L., Kanfer, R., Stroebel, R. J., Zimring, C. M.
Added November 2019
Impacts of nursing unit design on visibility and proximity and its influences on communication, privacy, and efficiency
2020
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 13
Pages 200-217
Author(s): Xuan, X., Chen, X., Li, Z.
Added November 2019
Do bedside whiteboards enhance communication in hospitals? An exploratory multimethod study of patient and nurse perspectives
2019
BMJ Quality & Safety
Journal Article
Author(s): Goyal, A., Glanzman, H., Quinn, M., Tur, K., Singh, S., Winter, S., Snyder, A., Chopra, V.
Added November 2019
Influence of environmental design on team interactions across three family medicine clinics: Perceptions of communication, efficiency, and privacy
2019
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 12
Pages 159-173
Author(s): Karp, Z., Kamnetz, S., Wietfeldt, N., Sinsky, C., Molfenter, T., Pandhi, N.
Added April 2019
The effect of a non-talking rule on the sound level and perception of patients in an outpatient infusion center
2019
PLOS ONE
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 14
Pages 1-15
Author(s): Zijlstra, E., Hagedoorn, M., Krijnen, W. P., van der Schans, C. P., Mobach, M. P.
The World Health Organization has recommended that noise in patient care areas be limited to support healing. The authors of this study explore the effect of a behavioral intervention aimed at reducing conversational noise in the context of an outpatient infusion center and its result on patient perceptions.
Added March 2019
Design suggestions for greater teamwork, communication and security in hospital emergency departments
2019
Indoor and Built Environment
Journal Article
Issue 8
Volume 28
Pages 1126–1139
Author(s): Gharaveis, A., Hamilton, D. K., Shepley, M., Pati, D., Rodiek, S.
Added March 2019
The influence of visibility on staff face-to-face communication and efficiency in emergency departments
2019
Facilities
Journal Article
Issue 5/6
Volume 37
Pages 352-363
Author(s): Gharaveis, A., Shepley, M. M., Hamilton, K., Pati, D., Rodiek, S.
Added March 2019
Exploring the Effects of Clinical Exam Room Design on Communication, Technology Interaction, and Satisfaction
2019
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 12
Pages 99-115
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.
Added February 2019
Human factors considerations in designing for infection prevention and control in neonatal care – findings from a pre-design inquiry
2018
Ergonomics
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 61
Pages 169-184
Author(s): Trudel, C., Cobb, S., Momtahan, K., Brintnell, J., Mitchell, A.
As healthcare environments are being more frequently redesigned to improve patient experiences and provider operations, it becomes increasingly important that healthcare providers themselves understand how these new designs are intended to be utilized. Giving healthcare providers a deeper understanding of the functions and purposes underlying important healthcare design decisions could help reduce potential operational errors or staff frustrations.
Added December 2018
A regional survey on residents’ preferences on patient-centered medical home design in rural areas
2019
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 12
Pages 187-205
Author(s): Cai, H., Spreckelmeyer, K., Mendenhall, A., Li, D., Holmes, C., Levy, M.
The patient-centered medical home (PCMH) is a delivery model for primary care that is characterized by the recognition of unique patient needs while providing accessible services, a focus on safety and quality, comprehensive care, and coordinated care.
Added December 2018
The social logic of nursing communication and team processes in centralized and decentralized work spaces
2019
Health Communication
Journal Article
Issue 14
Volume 34
Pages 1751-1763
Author(s): Real, K., Santiago, J., Fay, L., Isaacs, K., Carll-White, A.
Added November 2018
Field investigation of ambulatory clinic exam room design with respect to computing devices: A pilot study
Author(s): Saleem, J. J., Weiler, D. T., Satterly, T., Nussbaum, M. A., Chumbler, N. R., Fischer, G. M., Rehman, S. U.
Previous studies have shown that electronic health record (EHR) systems can help enhance patient-staff interactions in ambulatory care environments. However, there is no clear method for how best to integrate EHR technology into these environments.
Added October 2018
The influence of spatial design on team communication in hospital emergency departments
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 12
Pages 100-115
Author(s): Naccarella, L., Raggatt, M., Redley, B.
Hospital emergency departments (EDs) are often high-intensity, busy, and complex environments treating especially sensitive patient populations in a time-sensitive manner. The nature of ED environments places added emphasis on the importance of clear communication between staff members and how the overall design of an ED might impact these interactions.
Added September 2018
Effects of Emergency Department Physical Design Elements on Security, Wayfinding, Visibility, Privacy, and Efficiency and its Implications on Staff Satisfaction and Performance
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 12
Pages 72-88
Author(s): Zamani, Z.
While it is commonly known that emergency departments (EDs) are often challenging and stressful work environments, it is less understood how the physical design of the ED environment contributes to staff performance and satisfaction, especially in the context of five important subtopics: security, visibility, wayfinding, privacy, and efficiency.
Added September 2018
Comparing the Effectiveness of Four Different Design Media in Communicating Desired Performance Outcomes With Clinical End Users
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 12
Pages 87-99
Author(s): Wingler, D., Machry, H., Bayramzadeh, S., Joseph, A., Allison, D.
Added September 2018
Music and communication in the operating theatre
2015
Journal of Advanced Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 12
Volume 71
Pages 2763-2774
Author(s): Weldon, S.-M., Korkiakangas, T., Bezemer, J., Kneebone, R.
Added September 2018
Interdisciplinary Health Care Teamwork in the Clinic Backstage
2003
Journal of Applied Communication Research
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 31
Pages 93-117
Author(s): Ellingson, L. L.
Added August 2018
