Perspectives of breast care nurses on research dissemination and utilisation

Kirshbaum, Marilyn; Beaver, Kinta; Luker, Karen A.

doi:10.1016/j.cein.2004.01.001

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“…Problems such as a lack of relevant evidence, conflicting results in literature, information overload, lack of computer skills, difficulties in interpreting statistical data, difficulties in generalizing research results and applying them to daily practice are also frequently mentioned. Similar outcomes are reported by other authors using the BARRIERS scale or other quantitative techniques (Walsh 1997, Sitzia 2001, McCleary 2003, Olade 2003, Sommer 2003, Kirshbaum et al. 2004, McKnight 2004, Mazurek Melnyk et al.…”

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Barriers to evidence‐based nursing: a focus group study

Hannes

Vandersmissen

Blaeser

et al. 2007

Journal of Advanced Nursing

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Title. Barriers to evidence-based nursing: a focus group study Aim. This paper reports a study to explore the barriers to evidence-based nursing among Flemish (Belgian) nurses. Background. Barriers obstructing the call for an increase in evidence-based nursing have been explored in many countries, mostly through quantitative study designs. Authors report on lack of time, resources, evidence, authority, support, motivation and resistance to change. Relationships between barriers are seldom presented. Methods. We used a grounded theory approach, and five focus groups were organized between September 2004 and April 2005 in Belgium. We used purposeful sampling to recruit 53 nurses working in different settings. A problem tree was developed to establish links between codes that emerged from the data. Findings. The majority of the barriers were consistent with previous findings. Flemish (Belgian) nurses added a potential lack of responsibility in the uptake of evidence-based nursing, their 'guest' position in a patient's environment leading to a culture of adaptation, and a future 'two tier' nursing practice, which refers to the different education levels of nurses. The problem tree developed serves as (1) a basic model for other researchers who want to explore barriers within their own healthcare system and (2) a useful tool for orienting change management processes. Conclusion. Despite the fact that the problem tree presented is context-specific for Flanders (Belgium), it gives an opportunity to develop clear objectives and targeted strategies for tackling obstacles to evidence-based nursing.

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Section: Introductionsupporting

confidence: 88%

Barriers to evidence‐based nursing: a focus group study

Hannes

Vandersmissen

Blaeser

et al. 2007

Journal of Advanced Nursing

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“…Of these, 10 resulted in three- to eight-factor solutions that differed more or less from the factors identified by Funk et al [25,32,41,47,53,55,64,65,67,78]. The factor analyses performed by Hutchinson and Johnston [53], Ashley [41], and Mehrdad et al [78] resulted in four factors that were almost identical to those identified by Funk et al [16].…”

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confidence: 95%

The BARRIERS scale -- the barriers to research utilization scale: A systematic review

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BackgroundA commonly recommended strategy for increasing research use in clinical practice is to identify barriers to change and then tailor interventions to overcome the identified barriers. In nursing, the BARRIERS scale has been used extensively to identify barriers to research utilization.Aim and objectivesThe aim of this systematic review was to examine the state of knowledge resulting from use of the BARRIERS scale and to make recommendations about future use of the scale. The following objectives were addressed: To examine how the scale has been modified, to examine its psychometric properties, to determine the main barriers (and whether they varied over time and geographic locations), and to identify associations between nurses' reported barriers and reported research use.MethodsMedline (1991 to September 2009) and CINHAL (1991 to September 2009) were searched for published research, and ProQuest® digital dissertations were searched for unpublished dissertations using the BARRIERS scale. Inclusion criteria were: studies using the BARRIERS scale in its entirety and where the sample was nurses. Two authors independently assessed the study quality and extracted the data. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used.ResultsSixty-three studies were included, with most using a cross-sectional design. Not one study used the scale for tailoring interventions to overcome identified barriers. The main barriers reported were related to the setting, and the presentation of research findings. Overall, identified barriers were consistent over time and across geographic locations, despite varying sample size, response rate, study setting, and assessment of study quality. Few studies reported associations between reported research use and perceptions of barriers to research utilization.ConclusionsThe BARRIERS scale is a nonspecific tool for identifying general barriers to research utilization. The scale is reliable as reflected in assessments of internal consistency. The validity of the scale, however, is doubtful. There is no evidence that it is a useful tool for planning implementation interventions. We recommend that no further descriptive studies using the BARRIERS scale be undertaken. Barriers need to be measured specific to the particular context of implementation and the intended evidence to be implemented.

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“…11,12,18 This involves difficulty in finding time to reflect on practice; locate evidence; read, evaluate, and synthesize it; translate it into practical applications; implement warranted changes; and evaluate the results. 19 Evidence-based practice is perceived as an additional burden, disconnected from traditional nursing activity rather than a tool to improve care and efficiency. 15 Common complaints are that the drive for efficiency in busy practice settings leads to high work burden.…”

Section: Barriers To Evidence-based Practicementioning

confidence: 99%

Nursing Research Internship

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Adams

2007

JONA: The Journal of Nursing Administration

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Many barriers inhibit nurses from using evidence to guide their practice. The authors describe the development of a Nursing Research Internship Program designed to overcome barriers to evidence-based practice and provide staff nurses with an opportunity for professional growth. Evaluation of the program indicates it has increased staff nurses' use of the literature to identify and solve clinical problems, fostered positive attitudes about research, and led to increased professional development activities.

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Perspectives of breast care nurses on research dissemination and utilisation

Cited by 16 publications

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Barriers to evidence‐based nursing: a focus group study

Barriers to evidence‐based nursing: a focus group study

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