Adaptive layout for operating theatre in hospitals: different mathematical models for optimal layouts
2019
Annals of Operations Research
Journal Article
Issue 1-2
Volume 272
Pages 493–527
Author(s): Chraibi, A., Osman, I. H., Kharraja, S.
Added April 2018
Does the design of settings where acute care is delivered meet the needs of older people? Perspectives of patients, family carers, and staff
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 11
Pages 177-188
Author(s): Haywood, A., Barnes, S., Marsh, H., Parker, S. G.
Acute care for older patients has special requirements but is seldom addressed in relation to the architecture of the facility. Improving the physical environment could result in better health outcomes for a growing number of patients.
Added April 2018
Top Five Physical Design Factors Contributing to Fall Initiation
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 11
Pages 50-64
Author(s): Pati, D., Lee, J., Mihandoust, S., Kazem-Zadeh, M., Oh, Y.
Falls in older patients are dangerous and are of major concern for healthcare professionals. Several studies were done on the associated causes of the falls but few have addressed the impact of the physical environment.
Added April 2018
Using systems theory to examine patient and nurse structures, processes, and outcomes in centralized and decentralized units
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 11
Pages 22-37
Author(s): Real, K., Fay, L., Isaacs, K., Carll-White, A., Schadler, A.
Added April 2018
Behavioral Mapping of Patient Activity to Explore the Built Environment During Rehabilitation
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 11
Pages 109-123
Author(s): Blennerhassett, J. M., Borschmann, K. N., Lipson-Smith, R. A., Bernhardt, J.
Added April 2018
Performance measurement for the strategic management of healthcare estates
2018
Journal of Facilities Management
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 16
Pages 217-232
Author(s): Rodriguez-Labajos, L., Thomson, C. S., O'Brien, G.
Added April 2018
Using a systems approach to evaluate a circulating nurse's work patterns and workflow disruptions
2019
Applied Ergonomics
Journal Article
Author(s): Neyens, D. M., Bayramzadeh, S., Catchpole, K., Joseph, A., Taaffe, Kevin, Jurewicz, K., Khoshkenar, A., San, D.
Added April 2018
Using an integrative mock-up simulation approach for evidence-based evaluation of operating room design prototypes
2018
Applied Ergonomics
Journal Article
Issue July
Volume 70
Pages 288-299
Author(s): Bayramzadeh, S., Joseph, A., Allison, D., Shultz, J., Abernathy, J.
Added April 2018
Health care facility vulnerability in developing nations: strengthening health care policy-making and implementation
2018
Journal of Public Health
Journal Article
Issue 6
Volume 26
Pages 653–662
Author(s): Jain, R., Rao, B.
Added April 2018
Survey of psychiatric assessment rooms in UK emergency departments
2016
BJPsych Bulletin
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 40
Pages 64-67
Author(s): Bolton, J., Palmer, L., Cawdron, R.
Added March 2018
Guidelines for the design of a healing garden for the rehabilitation of psychiatric patients
2015
Journal of Agricultural Engineering
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 46
Pages 43-51
Author(s): Erbino, C., Toccolini, A., Vagge, I., Ferrario, P. S.
Healing gardens can be defined as plant-populated areas designed to support and improve patient health and well-being. Previous studies have indicated that healing gardens are effective tools for improving physical and mental health in patients, families, and staff, ultimately leading to reduced care costs and general quality of life.
Added March 2018
Understanding the current state of infection prevention to prevent Clostridium difficile infection: A human factors and systems engineering approach
2015
American Journal of Infection Control
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 43
Pages 241-247
Author(s): Yanke, E., Zellmer, C., Van Hoof, S., Moriarty, Helene, Carayon, P., Safdar, N.
Added March 2018
Combining spatial analysis with MCDA for the siting of healthcare facilities
2018
Land Use Policy
Journal Article
Author(s): Dell’Ovo, M., Capolongo, S., Oppio, A.
Added March 2018
Association Between Healthcare-Associated Infection and Exposure to Hospital Roommates and Previous Bed Occupants with the Same Organism
2018
Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 39
Pages 541-546
Author(s): Cohen, B., Liu, J., Cohen, A. R., Larson, E.
Added March 2018
The Relationship Between Hospital Construction and High-Risk Infant Auditory Function at NICU Discharge: A Retrospective Descriptive Cohort Study
2017
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 11
Pages 124-136
Author(s): Willis, V.
Added March 2018
Private Rooms, Semi-Open Areas, or Open Areas for Chemotherapy Care: Perspectives of Cancer Patients, Families, and Nursing Staff
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 11
Pages 94-108
Author(s): Wang, Z., Pukszta, M.
Added March 2018
A Phenomenological Study of the Office Environments of Clinical Social Workers
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 11
Pages 38-48
Author(s): Jones, J. K.
Added March 2018
Perceived Importance of Wellness Features at a Cancer Center: Patient and Staff Perspectives
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 11
Pages 80-93
Author(s): Tinner, M., Crovella, P., Rosenbaum, P. F.
Added March 2018
Through the Eyes of the User: Evaluating Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Design
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 11
Pages 49-65
Author(s): Denham, M. E., Bushehri, Y., Lim, Lisa
Premature babies require special care in neonatal intensive care units (NICU). This could take on average 80 days and would include the presence of the mother for proper infant development.
Added March 2018
Field evaluation of the circadian stimulus potential of daylit and non-daylit spaces in dementia care facilities
2018
Building and Environment
Journal Article
Author(s): Konis, K.
Added March 2018
