Research Implementation and Dissemination Flashcards
Ways to implement evidence
instrumental
Use of evidence to alter specific actions.
Nurse/agency adopts a “let’s make a change” attitude
ways to implement evidence
conceptual
Use of evidence to stimulate discussion, questioning, and further research.
Nurse/agency adopts a “wait and see” attitude.
Knowledge creep
The process of transferring the evidence in the research to the practice setting
decision accretion
The layering of evidence which is required for the final “push” for a change.
Tipping point
Research-Practice Gap
Many studies reveal that nurses do not keep up with the current research.
Lack of critical review of research articles results in little or no knowledge creep.
Education level of many practicing staff nurses may not emphasize the need for critical review of research.
Educational responsibilities
AD
Be aware, identify problems, assist
Educational responsibilities
BSN
Read, interpret, and evaluate research
Identify problems
Implement findings
Gather data and share findings
Educational responsibilities
MSN
Develop hypotheses
Provide clinical expertise
Facilitate investigations
Assist in application
Educational responsibilities
PhD
Develop theories, designs, and methods Conduct research Share findings Facilitate others investigations Educate
Benefits reflected in:
Assessment Diagnosis Planning Implementation Evaluation
Roger’s Theory of Knowledge Diffusion and Integration
innovation
a new idea
Roger’s Theory of Knowledge Diffusion and Integration
communication channels
multiple
Roger’s Theory of Knowledge Diffusion and Integration
other elements:
Time requirement
Social system
The organization
The opinion leaders
Roger’s Theory of Knowledge Diffusion and Integration
Process:
Knowledge—persuasion—decision—implementation—confirmation
Barriers to Implementation of Evidence
Organizational culture
Nurse’s belief systems
Research related barriers
Organizational Culture
adequate resources
Library utilization
Journals
Organizational Culture
support and encoragement
Collaboration
Organizational Culture
job expectation
Be given time
Ask why and expect an answer—demand an evidence base
Cost : benefit, value, quality, satisfaction