Analysis of circadian stimulus allowed by daylighting in hospital rooms
2017
Lighting Research and Technology
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 49
Pages 49-61
Author(s): Acosta, I, Leslie, R. P., Figueiro, M. G.
Light is the major synchronizer of circadian rhythms to the 24-hour solar day. Compared to the visual system, the circadian system requires more light to be activated and is more sensitive to short-wavelength light. For those confined indoors, such as patients or residents in care facilities, the lack of access to daylight, or electric lighting providing a comparable amount, spectrum, distribution, duration, and timing, may compromise their human health and well-being.
Added November 2016
Systematic light exposure in the treatment of cancer-related fatigue: a preliminary study: Systematic light exposure in the treatment of cancer-related fatigue
2014
Psycho-Oncology
Journal Article
Issue 12
Volume 23
Pages 1431-1434
Author(s): Redd, W. H., Valdimarsdottir, H., Wu, L. M., Winkel, G., Byrne, E. E., Beltre, M. A., Liebman, E. S., Erazo, T., Hayes, J. A., Isola, L., Scigliano, E., Meschian, Y., Lutgendorf, S., Ancoli-Israel, S.
Patients with cancer frequently report the side effect of fatigue, which is described as distressing, persistent, and related to physical, emotional, and cognitive tiredness or exhaustion. Patients report feeling tired after resting during their treatments and long after the treatment has ended.
Added November 2016
Shift work: health, performance and safety problems, traditional countermeasures, and innovative management strategies to reduce circadian misalignment
2012
Nature and Science of Sleep
Journal Article
Author(s): Eastman, C. I., Smith, M. R.
This paper is a review of the literature related to health, performance, and safety problems associated with night shift work. The review of articles and research papers focused on circadian misalignment between the individual’s internal circadian clock and activities such as work, sleep, and eating. There is also discussion about chronic partial sleep deprivation and melatonin suppression at night. The articles reviewed include theory papers and research papers.
Added November 2016
Intuitive Hypothesis and the Excitement of Discovery
2014
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 7
Pages 140–143
Author(s): Hamilton, D. Kirk
Added November 2016
ICU ward design and nosocomial infection rates – a cross sectional study in Germany
2017
Journal of Hospital Infection
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 95
Pages 71-75
Author(s): Stiller, A., Schröder, C., Gropmann, A., Schwab, F., Behnke, M., Geffers, C., Sunder, W., Holzhausen, J., Gastmeier, P.
Added November 2016
Key Spatial Factors Influencing the Perceived Privacy in Nursing Units: An Exploration Study With Eight Nursing Units in Hong Kong
2016
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 10
Pages 37-48
Author(s): Lu, Y., Cai, H., Bosch, S. J.
Healthcare designers are faced with a challenging task when trying to balance patient privacy with safety and well-being. While patients typically expect some degree of privacy during their treatment processes, it is also commonly understood that caregivers need appropriate access to them so that proper treatment can be administered.
Added October 2016
WellStar Paulding Hospital Intensive Care Unit Case Study: Achieving a Research-Based, Patient-Centered Design Using a Collaborative Process
2014
Critical Care Nursing Quarterly
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 37
Pages 93-102
Author(s): Burns, G. B., Hogue, V.
Added October 2016
Healthcare facility design development in Kuopio University Hospital
2015
Intelligent Buildings International
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 9
Pages 137-147
Author(s): Reijula, J., Kouri, J., Aalto, L., Miettunen, R., Reijula, K.
Added October 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
Visible optical radiation generates bactericidal effect applicable for inactivation of health care associated germs demonstrated by inactivation of E. coli and B. subtilis using 405-nm and 460-nm light emitting diodes
Author(s): Hönes, K., Stangl, F., Sift, M., Hessling, M.
Added October 2016
Healthy, natural, efficient and tunable lighting: four-package white LEDs for optimizing the circadian effect, color quality and vision performance
2014
Light: Science & Applications
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 3
Pages e141
Author(s): Oh, J. H., Yang, J. S., Do, Y. R.
Added October 2016
Tuning the light in senior care: Evaluating a trial LED lighting system at the ACC Care Center in Sacramento, CA
2016
U.S. Department of Energy
Report
Author(s): Davis, R. G., Wilkerson, A. M., Samla, C., Bisbee, D.
Added October 2016
A hybrid power line and visible light communication system for indoor hospital applications
04/2015
Computers in Industry
Journal Article
Author(s): Ding, W., Yang, F., Yang, H., Wang, J., Wang, X., Zhang, X., Song, J.
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
A New Model for Emergency Care of Geriatric Patients
2003
Academic Emergency Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 10
Pages 271-274
Author(s): Adams, J. G., Gerson, L. W.
Added October 2016
Neighborhood and Individual Factors in Activity in Older Adults: Results from the Neighborhood and Senior Health Study
2008
Journal of Aging and Physical Activity
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 16
Pages 144
Author(s): King, D.
Added October 2016
The Spread of Obesity in a Large Social Network Over 32 Years
2007
New England Journal of Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 357
Pages 370–379
Author(s): Christakis, N.A., Fowler, J.H.
Added October 2016
Urban Residential Environments and Senior Citizens’ Longevity in Megacity Areas: The Importance of Walkable Green Spaces
2002
Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health
Journal Article
Issue 12
Volume 56
Pages 913–918
Author(s): Takano, T., Nakamura, K., Watanabe, M.
Added October 2016
