Environments should be respectful, flexible and soothing. They should balance safety and regulatory concerns, according to an article on the Behavioral Healthcare Executive website
Environments should be respectful, flexible and soothing. They should balance safety and regulatory concerns with the creation of therapeutic environments, which can include accommodations for families and caregivers, according to an article on the Behavioral Healthcare Executive website.
February 27, 2017
Topic Area: Architecture
IAQ and Infection Mitigation in Aging FacilitiesChallenges can contribute to elevated risks related to patient safety, staff comfort and retention, and heightened regulatory and accreditation scrutiny.
Preventing Pests: Effective Measures in Healthcare FacilitiesHow integrated pest management can protect patient health.
CommuniCare Reports Data Security IncidentCommuniCare is not aware of any evidence to suggest that any information has been misused.
What Does Light Daily Cleaning Miss in Patient Rooms?Most environmental services workers still clean as if they are wiping dust off a countertop, not disrupting a living, structured community.
Smart Lighting Overhaul Boosts Efficiency, Diagnostics and Wellness at Bryan HealthCase study: LED upgrade and advanced controls across Bryan Health campuses cut lighting energy use by 57 percent while enhancing patient care and staff productivity.