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    Background:

    • Dementia care units often face environmental challenges impacting patient well-being.
    • The physical environment plays a crucial role in the experience of individuals with dementia.
    • Nursing staff are key in identifying and implementing environmental improvements.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of environmental modifications in a dementia care unit.
    • To assess the effectiveness of a nurse-led initiative to enhance the physical space.
    • To document changes in patient and staff experience following environmental improvements.

    Main Methods:

    • A nurse-led project focused on redesigning the dementia unit's physical environment.
    • Implementation of specific design and decor changes within the unit.
    • Qualitative and quantitative assessment of patient and staff feedback.

    Main Results:

    • The project successfully implemented numerous environmental enhancements.
    • Reported significant positive differences in the experiences of both patients and staff.
    • Demonstrated the value of targeted environmental interventions in dementia care.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurse-led environmental improvements can substantially enhance dementia care settings.
    • Even minor design and decor adjustments yield considerable benefits for patients and staff.
    • This project highlights the importance of a therapeutic physical environment in dementia units.