Proposing a Systematic Assessment Tool for Evaluating the Architectural Variables of Dementia-Friendly Design in Nursing Homes

Golgolnia, T.; Kevdzija, Maja; Marquardt, Gesine

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-28528-8_7

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“…Additionally, it provides a foundation for various practical applications, including the development of an assessment tool. An assessment tool can serve as a valuable resource for designing and evaluating the built environment, specifically in relation to the AVs that influence HCOs and their interrelationships ( Calkins et al, 2022 ; Elf et al, 2017 ; Golgolnia et al, 2023 ; Mangili & Capolongo, 2022 ). The development of standardized terminology, as introduced in this study, lays the groundwork for further analysis, practical applications, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the field of EBD for dementia-friendly environments.…”

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Are We Speaking the Same Language? Terminology Consistency in EBD

Golgolnia,

Kevdzija,

Marquardt

2024

HERD

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Objective: The aim of this study is to analyze the consistency, variability, and potential standardization of terminology used to describe architectural variables (AVs) and health outcomes in evidence-based design (EBD) studies. Background: In EBD research, consistent terminology is crucial for studying the effects of AVs on health outcomes. However, there is a possibility that diverse terms have been used by researchers, which could lead to potential confusion and inconsistencies. Methods: Three recent large systematic reviews were used as a source of publications, and 105 were extracted. The analysis aimed to extract a list of the terms used to refer to the unique concepts of AVs and health outcomes, with a specific focus on people with dementia. Each term’s frequency was calculated, and statistical tests, including the χ2 and the post hoc test, were employed to compare their distributions. Results: The study identified representative terms for AVs and health outcomes, revealing the variability in terminology usage within EBD field for dementia-friendly design. The comparative analysis of the identified terms highlighted patterns of frequency and distribution, shedding light on potential areas for standardization. Conclusions: The findings emphasize the need for standardized terminologies in EBD to improve communication, collaboration, and knowledge synthesis. Standardization of terminology can facilitate research comparability, enhance the generalizability of findings by creating a common language across studies and practitioners, and support the development of EBD guidelines. The study contributes to the ongoing discourse on standardizing terminologies in the field and provides insights into strategies for achieving consensus among researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders in health environmental research.

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Are We Speaking the Same Language? Terminology Consistency in EBD

Golgolnia,

Kevdzija,

Marquardt

2024

HERD

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“…These include improving well-being, behavior, and functionality, enhancing confidence to explore their environment, promoting personal health, encouraging engagement in activities and social interaction, stimulating different emotional responses, and reinforcing their sense of identity (Calkins, 2018;Chaudhury and Cooke, 2014;Fleming et al, 2020;Marquardt et al, 2014). However, despite these benefits, there is a noticeable absence of a comprehensive and systematic tool to evaluate the effectiveness of architectural design for people with dementia in practice (Golgolnia et al, 2023). One challenge in practical dementia-friendly design is the considerable number of Architectural Variables (AVs) that affect various Health and Care Outcomes (HCOs) of people with dementia.…”

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“…In addition, existing assessment tools face updatability challenges. The absence of structured mediums, such as open-access databases or software, makes it difficult to effectively incorporate new research findings and updates into these assessment tools (Golgolnia et al, 2023). To address the limitations of the existing assessment tools, this paper aims to develop a new assessment framework through a systematic base.…”

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Implementing the model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approach to develop an assessment framework for healthcare facility design

Golgolnia,

Kipouros,

Clarkson

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Proc. Des. Soc.

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The global elderly population rises, increasing dementia cases. Built environment impact on dementia health outcomes is known, forming the basis for evidence-based design studies. There's a need for a comprehensive assessment framework due to the complexity of interactions among Architectural Variables (AVs) and Health and Care Outcomes (HCOs). This paper proposes using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to create such a framework. It collects data from 105 studies on 40 AVs, 36 HCOs, and 396 interactions. MBSE offers a holistic understanding, aiding healthcare facility design decisions.

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Proposing a Systematic Assessment Tool for Evaluating the Architectural Variables of Dementia-Friendly Design in Nursing Homes

Cited by 2 publications

References 24 publications

Are We Speaking the Same Language? Terminology Consistency in EBD

Are We Speaking the Same Language? Terminology Consistency in EBD

Implementing the model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approach to develop an assessment framework for healthcare facility design

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