Objective and subjective evaluation of a redesigned corridor environment in a psychiatric hospital.
This study examined the impact of redesigning a corridor space within a psychiatric hospital on the behaviour of patients with dementia. In addition, patient and staff perceptions of the redesigned corridor were assessed. Data were collected through an observational tool (behavioural mapping) and a specifically design questionnaire. The findings suggest a positive impact of the redesigned corridor on patient behaviour and that patients and staff perceived the change to the environment differentially. These results are discussed in relation to theoretical explanations of the importance of the health care environment and design for dementia.
Edgerton
Edward
E
University of the West of Scotland, Psychology Division, Paisley, PA1 2BE, United Kingdom. Edward.Edgerton@Uws.Ac.Uk
Ritchie
Louise
L
McKechnie
Jim
J
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D001294:Attitude to Health; D016009:Chi-Square Distribution; D003116:Color; D003704:Dementia / Q000523:psychology*; D004779:Environment Design; D006804:Ergonomics; D005260:Female; D006272:Health Facility Environment / Q000458:organization & administration; D006778:Hospitals, Psychiatric / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007374:Interior Design and Furnishings / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D012606:Scotland; D012919:Social Behavior; D013239:Stereotyped Behavior; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires