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  • Mixed Methods Research

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  • Montana faces healthcare challenges with isolated populations and critical access hospital closures.
  • Rural hospitals require facility renovations aligned with community needs for effective operations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a rural critical access hospital's environment using mixed methods.
  • To identify design changes enhancing hospital operations, services, and access by merging facility and community perspectives.

Main Methods:

  • Facility environmental evaluation using seven indicators (lighting, air quality, noise, etc.).
  • Qualitative semi-structured interviews with community residents.
  • Synergistic interpretation of findings with a community advisory board and hospital leadership.

Main Results:

  • Noise and lighting were the most significant environmental indicators for residents.
  • Residents emphasized the need for enhanced privacy and confidentiality safeguards.

Conclusions:

  • A mixed-methods approach is beneficial for rural healthcare facility design.
  • A rural culture-specific framework can align decision-making for improved community engagement.