Functionality analysis of emergency departments: A case study

Pianigiani, Maria; Viti, Stefania

doi:10.1016/j.jobe.2021.102694

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“…Findings proved that the adopted factors play a pivotal and important role in assessing and evaluating changes in the configuration of these typologies. This is what was verified during this study, consistent with (Pianigiani and Viti, 2021).…”

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confidence: 94%

“…Different methods and mechanisms represent this research approach including survey using observation and interview (Astarini and Utomo, 2020; Zamani, 2019; Pianigiani and Viti, 2021), Space Syntax Analysis (SSA) (Morgareidge et al ., 2014), reviewing of the literature (Di Laura et al ., 2021), Post Occupancy Evaluation (POE) (Hashim et al ., 2012). Meta Model-Based Simulation Optimization (Pianigiani and Viti, 2021) Quality Function Deployment (QFD) (Abdelsamad et al ., 2018) and many more. Accordingly, this study used space syntax analysis as a quantitative method to assess the spatial arrangement and configuration of the selected ED layouts.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…In terms of privacy, safety and comfort, the functionality and efficiency of the ED play a vital role in generating higher levels of satisfaction for patients and employees. Patients are satisfied and employees can give better and simpler service when the ED is functionally efficient (Pianigiani and Viti, 2021).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Through interviews and surveys, the study indicated that corrupted views in waiting and triage areas and regulated entry to enhance security, eye-level signs and removing surveillance obstructions as ways to improve wayfinding, the inclusion of short-distanced perpendicular passageways and the elimination of columns to increase visibility, improve access to supplies or equipment for lowering noise levels, significantly influence ED functionality and increase staff satisfaction. While Pianigiani and Viti (2021) evaluated the functional performance of the ED and its layout by measuring the waiting time parameter. By interviewing the staff and using MetaModel, they identified that the number of active staff members and their working hours, the rate of patient access and the protocol that was adopted are considered to have caused a significant reduction in patient waiting times and improved the efficiency of the ED functioning.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Performance-based building design: impact of emergency department layout on its functional performance efficiency - the case of Erbil hospitals

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2023

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PurposeThis paper aims to investigate the potential role of the Emergency Department (ED) layout in enhancing its functionality. It applies a performance-based building design (PBBD) approach to evaluate emergency department functionality and efficiency as the most important criterion behind the success of the hospital service.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative approach based on space syntax theory was adopted through four syntactic maps (isovist, axial, convex, and visibility graph analysis VGA), to depict three case studies in Erbil city hospitals by analyzing three different layout typologies of ED such as Podular, Ballroom and Linear through measuring wayfinding, accessibility, privacy, visibility, time spend-length of stay and corridor circulation as layout factors.FindingsThis paper provides empirical insights on how the ED layout typology factors significantly affect producing functionally efficient EDs, whereas the Ballroom ED layout typology is the most effective compared to others. Given the importance of ED in enhancing a healthy environment for patients and staff, study findings are valuable resource for health designers, who play a critical role in ensuring patients enjoy a healthy and safe environment.Originality/valueThis paper has attempted to identify the appropriate layout of ED for effective functional performance in hospitals. A syntactical analysis between three different ED layout typologies based on the layout variables has been analysed using the PBBD approach. There has been no attempt carried out so far to analyse the functional performance of the PBBD approach in different ED layouts using layout variables.

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Performance-based building design: impact of emergency department layout on its functional performance efficiency - the case of Erbil hospitals

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“…Functionality is often described in comparison with normal and emergency situations using patient waiting time as a response metric. To examine the preparedness capabilities of a hospital emergency department of a hospital in Tuscany (Italy), Pianigiani and Viti ( 2021 ) indicated that adding beds is more effective than adding staff (personnel). Oksuz and Satoglu ( 2020 ) evaluated the existing hospital functionality considering the casualty capacities and distances between catastrophe zones and medical facilities.…”

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Seismic risk assessment and hotspots prioritization: a developing country perspective

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Natural disasters pose a negative impact not only on human lives but also on infrastructures such as healthcare systems, supply chains, logistics, manufacturing, and service industries. The frequency of such calamities has grown over time, which not only poses a threat to human survival and the living environment but is also detrimental to the economic growth and sustainable development of society. Earthquakes cause the most destruction compared to other natural disasters, especially in developing countries where the conventional reactive approach to dealing with disasters gives less chance for the appropriate utilization of already limited resources. Additionally, mismanagement of the resources and the lack of a unified action plan hinder the purpose of helping the grieving population. Considering the foregoing, this study presents a methodology for identifying hotspots and helping prioritize pre- and post-disaster management action by conducting a thorough seismic risk assessment while taking into consideration the case of a developing country as its focus. This methodology allows for rapid risk assessment against any given scenario by providing quantitative estimates of the repercussions such as physical damage to the buildings, casualties including injuries, economic losses, displaced households, debris, shelter requirements, and hospital functionality. In short, it could help prioritize actions with greater impacts and serve as a foundation for the formulation of policies and plans intended to increase the resilience of a resource-constrained community. Thus, the findings can be utilized by government agencies, emergency management organizations, non-government organizations, and aiding countries as a decision support tool.

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Multilevel assessment method for post-earthquake functionality of medical buildings considering component–department–floor interdependencies

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Functionality analysis of emergency departments: A case study

Cited by 4 publications

References 27 publications

Performance-based building design: impact of emergency department layout on its functional performance efficiency - the case of Erbil hospitals

Performance-based building design: impact of emergency department layout on its functional performance efficiency - the case of Erbil hospitals

Seismic risk assessment and hotspots prioritization: a developing country perspective

Multilevel assessment method for post-earthquake functionality of medical buildings considering component–department–floor interdependencies

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