The development of nursing research self-study modules

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Healthcare Education
• Research Methodology

Background:

• Nurses often lack confidence in research, hindering evidence-based practice.
• Fear of research impedes the adoption of research findings in clinical settings.
• Existing knowledge gaps necessitate targeted educational interventions for nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and implement nursing research self-study modules.
• To enhance nurses' ability to critically evaluate nursing research.
• To increase nurses' comfort and participation in evidence-based practice.

Main Methods:

• A hospital's Nursing Research Team created self-study modules.
• Modules focused on critical reading and practice relevance of research.
• Implementation and evaluation strategies were employed.

Main Results:

• The study describes the development and implementation process.
• Evaluation results indicate potential for enhanced research knowledge.
• The modules aim to improve nurses' engagement with research utilization.

Conclusions:

• Self-study modules can empower nurses to engage with research.
• Improved research skills foster greater participation in evidence-based practice.
• These modules offer a practical approach to bridging the research-practice gap.