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Effects of acuity-adaptable rooms on flow of patients and delivery of care
Hendrich A, Fay J, Sorrells A. Effects of acuity-adaptable rooms on flow of patients and delivery of care. American Journal of Critical Care. 2004 Jan;13(1):35-45.

Methodist Hospital, Clarian Health Partners, Inc., in Indianapolis, Indiana, tested whether the use of acuity-adaptable rooms would help improve the flow of patients, reduce medical errors, and increase staff satisfaction. Results included significant improvements in quality and operational costs.



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