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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
Summary
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).
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.