Evidence-Based Design for Healthcare Facilities

McCullough, Cynthia RN, MSN

Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI)
ISBN:	1-930538-77-4 (1930538774)
ISBN-13:	978-1-930538-77-1 (9781930538771)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2010
Publish Date:	08/09
Weight:	1.28 Lbs.
Pages:	252
Carton Quantity:	22
Subject Class:	M-A (Medical Administration and Health Policy)
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
Contributing Authors:	View

Class Specifications
Discipline:	Hospitals
Subject Definition:	Facility Design & Construction-Meth; Evid-Based Pract-Method
NLM Class:	WX 140
LC Class:	RA967
Abstract:	Evidence-based design based on healthcare research and best practices. More than 1,000 research studies suggest healthcare design can improve patient care and medical outcomes and can decrease medical errors and waste. Includes coverage on healing environments, family-centered care, benchmarking, sustainability (green practices), aesthetics, and working with design firms. Contributors include planners and architects from the award-winning, international architectural firm, HDR. Only book available focusing on evidence-based design specifically for hospitals and medical facilities. Perfect for nurse executives and others serving on design committees for new and renovated facilities. Gives nurses the perfect blend of architectural, design, and practical knowledge. Features a full-color insert of healthcare design examples from facilities in several different settings.

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