A Review of Evidence-Based Design Principles on the Design of Maternity Healthcare Facility in Gombe State

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Bakoji Isa
Bashir Usman Mohammed, PhD
Bukar Usman Wakawa, PhD
Isa Bakoji, PhD
Ogwuche Henry Audu

Abstract

Evidence-based design (EBD) in healthcare facilities has gained prominence globally, focusing on improving patient outcomes and staff satisfaction through innovative design approaches. While EBD is widely adopted in the United States and Europe, its application in Nigerian healthcare facilities remains limited Studies have highlighted the need for humanistic design in Nigerian healthcare environments, emphasizing the importance of cultural context in defining humanization Although Nigerian nurses recognize the value of evidence-based practice, barriers such as difficulty understanding statistical terms hinder its implementation. EBD methodology involves formulating hypotheses, testing, and analyzing outcomes to inform hospital design decisions. Incorporating EBD elements in Nigerian healthcare facilities could significantly reduce stress, increase job satisfaction, and improve overall health outcomes. Further research is needed to assess EBD practices in Nigerian healthcare settings and develop culturally appropriate solutions. It was recommended that by adhering to these evidence-based principles, the maternity healthcare facility in Gombe state can become a model of excellence in maternal and child health care.

Keywords: Healthcare Facilities, Cultural Content, Innovative Design, Maternity Healthcare, Health Outcomes

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Bakoji Isa, Bashir Usman Mohammed, PhD, Bukar Usman Wakawa, PhD, Isa Bakoji, & Ogwuche Henry Audu. (2024). A Review of Evidence-Based Design Principles on the Design of Maternity Healthcare Facility in Gombe State. African Journal of Environmental Sciences and Renewable Energy, 17(1), 105-112. https://doi.org/10.62154/ajesre.2024.017.010487
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