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The role of the physical environment in conversations between people who are communication vulnerable and health-care professionals: a scoping review

Author(s): Stans, S. E. A., Dalemans, R. J. P., de Witte, L. P., Smeets, H. W. H., Beurskens, A. J.
Added April 2022

What is a restorative hospital environment? Environmental meaning, affective stress restoration and physical attributes in pediatric inpatient rooms

Author(s): Felippe, M. L., Kuhnen, A, Barboza da Silveira, B., Lelli, G.
Added July 2020

Low-impact flooring: Does it reduce fall-related injuries?

Author(s): Hanger, H. C.
Added October 2019

Impact of facilities management on the quality of life for the elderly in care and attention homes – Cross-validation by quantitative and qualitative studies

Author(s): Leung, M.-Y., Yu, J., Chong, M. L. A.
Added August 2019

The association between the physical environment and the well-being of older people in residential care facilities: A multilevel analysis

Author(s): Nordin, S., McKee, K., Wijk, H., Elf, M.
Added August 2019

Environment as non pharmacological intervention in the care of Alzheimer’s disease

Author(s): Gramegna, S. M., Biamonti, A.
Added August 2019

“Little Things Matter!” Exploring the Perspectives of Patients with Dementia about the Hospital Environment

Author(s): Hung, L., Phinney, A., Chaudhury, H., Rodney, P., Tabamo, J., Bohl, D.
Added February 2019

The influence of spatial configuration on the frequency of use of hand sanitizing stations in health care environments

Author(s): Neo, J. R. J., Zadeh, R.
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) affect over 1.7 million people each year, and subsequently cost the U.S. economy approximately $8.2 billion each year. Hand hygiene compliance (HHC), which involves washing hands thoroughly with alcohol-based rubs or soap and water, is widely regarded as a major prevention measure against the transmission of pathogens that cause HAIs.
Key Point Summary
Added December 2018

Understanding Wayfinding Experience of Hospital Visitor through Tours and Maps Analysis

Author(s): Mustikawati, T., Yatmo, Y. A., Atmodiwirjo, P.
Hospitals are complex environments full of many visitors, staff members, and patients. This kind of environment can make simple navigation difficult for visitors in particular.
Key Point Summary
Added December 2018

Student nurses experience of a “fairy garden” healing haven garden for sick children

Author(s): van der Riet, P., Jitsacorn, C., Junlapeeya, P., Thursby, P.
Added November 2018

Applying sensory modulation to mental health inpatient care to reduce seclusion and restraint: A case control study

Author(s): Andersen, C., Kolmos, A., Andersen, K., Sippel, V., Stenager, E.
Added October 2018

Evaluation of the use of a sensory room on an adolescent inpatient unit and its impact on restraint and seclusion prevention

Author(s): Seckman, A., Paun, O., Heipp, B., Van Stee, M., Keels‐Lowe, Vonda, Beel, F., Spoon, C., Fogg, L., Delaney, K. R.
Added October 2018

An evaluation of the use and efficacy of a sensory room within an adolescent psychiatric inpatient unit

Author(s): West, M., Melvin, G., McNamara, F., Gordon, M.
Added September 2018

Experience with an Acuity Adaptable Care Model for Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

Author(s): Costello, J. M., Preze, E., Nguyen, N., McBride, M. E., Collins, James W., Eltayeb, O. M., Mongé, M. C., Deal, B. J., Stephenson, M. M., Backer, C. L.
Added September 2018

Using functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) to analyze brain region activity when viewing landscapes

Author(s): Tang, I.-C., Tsai, Y.-P., Lin, Y.-J., Chen, J.-H., Hsieh, C.-H., Hung, S.-H., Sullivan, W. C., Tang, H.-F., Chang, C.-Y.
Added September 2018

Using Lean to Rapidly and Sustainably Transform a Behavioral Health Crisis Program: Impact on Throughput and Safety

Author(s): Balfour, M. E., Tanner, K., Jurica, P. J., Llewellyn, D., Williamson, R. G., Carson, C. A.
Added August 2018

Safety in psychiatric inpatient care: The impact of risk management culture on mental health nursing practice

Author(s): Slemon, A., Jenkins, E., Bungay, V.
Added August 2018

Steps in Developing a Patient-Centered Measure of Hospital Design Factors

Author(s): Ottosen, M. J., Engebretson, J. C., Etchegaray, J. M.
Added August 2018

Implementing Target Value Design: Tools and Techniques to Manage the Process

Author(s): Alves, T. C. L., Lichtig, W., Rybkowski, Z. K.
Added August 2018

Viewpoints of Parents and Nurses on How to Design Products to Enhance Parent–Infant Bonding at Neonatal Intensive Care Units: A Qualitative Study Based on Existing Designs

Author(s): Schrauwen, L., Kommers, D. R., Oetomo, S. B.
Added August 2018