Hospital Accommodation for Children and Young People
Author | : NHS Estates |
Publisher | : The Stationery Office |
Total Pages | : 126 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : Medical |
ISBN | : 9780113224968 |
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This publication sets out best practice guidance on the design of healthcare facilities for children and adolescents, with the aim of creating a child-centred built environment. It is primarily intended for new-builds and upgrades of existing childrens facilities. Central considerations are alleviating fear and anxiety, maximising security and safety, reducing boredom, and creating a healing environment. Facilities should also cater for parents and siblings. Issues discussed include: general functional and design considerations, including patient groups, capacity planning, space, access and security requirements, play facilities and privacy aspects; design of specific service areas, including reception, out-patient and in-patient facilities; engineering services; and cost information.