Improving Patient Satisfaction and Reducing Agitation in Overcrowded Outpatient Waiting Areas Through Environmental and Educational Audiovisual Interventions: A Single-Centre Quality Improvement Project

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• Improving patient satisfaction enhances the overall experience in outpatient waiting areas, fostering a more positive atmosphere.
• A reduction in agitation was noted, providing a promising approach to managing overcrowded environments effectively.
• The project incorporated audiovisual interventions, demonstrating how environmental changes can impact patient feelings significantly.
• Findings indicate that such quality improvements are crucial for enhancing healthcare services, particularly in high-traffic outpatient settings.