"I think we did the best that we could in the space:" A qualitative study exploring individuals' experiences with three unconventional environments for patients with a delayed hospital discharge.
Michelle MarcinowLauren CadelArija BirzeJane SandercockJunhee BaekWalter WodchisSara J T GuilcherKerry KuluskiPublished in: PloS one (2024)
There is potential to learn from multi-stakeholder perspectives in unconventional environments to improve experiences and optimize patient care. Key considerations include keeping hallways and patient rooms clear, having communal spaces for activities and socialization, co-locating team members to improve interactions and access to resources, and ensuring a consistent care team.