Across the Board: A Ghent Blog

Patient Room Board Checklist - How to Customize your Patient Room Whiteboard

Hospital Dry Erase Boards have infiltrated healthcare design and can be found throughout the hospital, from the General Care to the ICU. Figuring out what you want to put on your patient room board can be challenging and is often determined by hospital staff who may not know where to start.

 
Solving Common Patient Issues with Better Room Design

Evidence and research has demonstrated that certain patient room design choices can help hospitals reduce noise, falls and infections.

 
The Art of Glass - Durability+Strength = Long Lasting

In order to achieve the strength and durability required for certain glass applications, glass must be altered during the manufacturing process. There are two types of treated glass: which heat-strengthened glass or tempered glass.

 
Using Whiteboards to Help Prevent Patient Falls

Among hospital acquired conditions (HACs), patient falls are one of the most preventable, yet they are a persistent problem for hospitals.

 
The Art of Glass - Sustainability

You may be wondering how glass, with its unique characteristics making it a widely used product in various applications, is a sustainable product. The answers may surprise you!

 
The Art of Glass - Sustainability

You may be wondering how glass, with its unique characteristics making it a widely used product in various applications, is a sustainable product. The answers may surprise you!

 
Integrating Whiteboards with Patient Room Design and Treatment

Looking to effectively integrate your whiteboards into your patient treatment and room design? Remember these three key elements to success.

 
The Art of Glass - Types of Glass

Glass is produced and fabricated for various applications of use.

 
10 Hospital Room Design Details that Help Patients

Even the smallest changes to a patient room can result in higher HCAHPS scores and inevitably better patient care