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CRNA-conducted research: is it being done?

Cherry Cowan1, Kimberly Vinayak, Donna M Jasinski

  • 1Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC, USA.

AANA Journal
|June 25, 2002
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A small percentage of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) conduct research, with many lacking formal training. Working in teaching hospitals significantly influences CRNA research involvement.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Anesthesia Education
  • Healthcare Research

Background:

  • The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs mandated master's degrees for nurse anesthetists in 1998.
  • Nursing research is vital for advancing the profession and supporting evidence-based practice.
  • Current data on research activities among practicing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the extent to which CRNAs engage in research.
  • To identify factors influencing CRNA participation in research activities.

Main Methods:

  • A quantitative descriptive study was employed.
  • A validated questionnaire was distributed to a random sample of the AANA membership.
  • Data were collected from 173 returned questionnaires (46.8% response rate).

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Main Results:

  • A low percentage of CRNAs reported involvement in the research process.
  • Most CRNAs conducting research did not receive formal research training in their educational programs.
  • Employment in a teaching hospital was significantly associated with CRNA research engagement.
  • Numerous barriers to CRNA research participation were identified.

Conclusions:

  • CRNA involvement in research is currently limited.
  • Educational curricula may not adequately prepare CRNAs for research.
  • Environmental factors, such as working in teaching hospitals, play a role in research participation.
  • Addressing identified barriers is crucial for promoting CRNA research.