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Universal design concepts in the emergency department
Joan L Saba1, Peter L Bardwell
1NBBJ, New York, NY, USA.
The Journal of Ambulatory Care Management
|August 4, 2004
Summary
Universal design in healthcare is explored, focusing on patient bedrooms and beyond. This study defines universal design and tests its application in emergency departments, showing initial successes.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare design
- Hospital architecture
- Patient-centered care
Background:
- Universal design in healthcare settings has been a focus for over ten years.
- Challenges include defining universal design, applying it beyond patient bedrooms, and assessing long-term efficacy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define universal design in healthcare.
- To test the application of universal design principles in an emergency department setting.
- To present case studies on the initial successes of universal design implementation.
Main Methods:
- Reviewing and defining universal design concepts.
- Applying these definitions to an emergency department environment.
- Documenting initial successes through case studies.
Main Results:
- A range of definitions for universal design were established.
- The application of universal design in an emergency department was tested.
- Initial successes were observed in the case studies.
Conclusions:
- Universal design offers a flexible framework for healthcare environments.
- Application in emergency departments shows promise for improved patient spaces.
- Further research is needed to confirm long-term efficacy.
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