title: The operating room--perceptions of a change in working environment.
abstract: The questionnaire surveyed OR staff on themes such as design, security, and workload. Surgical nurses had greater expectations for their roles and functions in the new facility. Levels of physical comfort improved; however, mood was not affected positively.
authors.forename: R M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Friesen
authors.forename: J H
authors.initials: JH
authors.lastname: Newton
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Boughen
authors.forename: P L
authors.initials: PL
authors.lastname: Hewitt
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D007374:Interior Design and Furnishings / Q000592:standards*; D009873:Operating Rooms / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D010564:Personnel, Hospital / Q000523:psychology*; D012637:Security Measures; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D016526:Workload