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Multicentre research: lessons from the field

Jane Willock1, Carolyn Askew, Rachael Bolland

  • 1School of Care Sciences, University of Glamorgan.

Paediatric Nursing
|December 24, 2005
PubMed

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Multicentre research involving 11 hospitals generated valuable data on pediatric pressure ulcers. This collaborative nursing study highlighted benefits for evidence-based care and professional development.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nursing
  • Clinical Research
  • Wound Care

Background:

  • Multicentre research is crucial for studying rare conditions in children.
  • Pressure ulcers in pediatric populations require focused investigation.
  • Nurses play a key role in advancing pediatric care through research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the challenges and advantages of a multicentre study on pediatric pressure ulcers.
  • To evaluate the impact of collaborative research on nursing practice.
  • To explore the potential for generating high-quality evidence in pediatric care.

Main Methods:

  • A collaborative study involving nurses from 11 hospitals across England and Wales.
  • Focus on the practicalities and outcomes of conducting multicentre research.
  • Data collection and analysis related to pressure ulcer incidence and management in children.

Main Results:

  • Successful generation of significant data on pediatric pressure ulcers.
  • Identification of benefits including enhanced learning and networking for nurses.
  • Demonstration of multicentre research's capacity to produce robust evidence.

Conclusions:

  • Multicentre studies are effective for gathering data on specific pediatric care issues.
  • Collaborative nursing research enhances evidence-based practice and professional growth.
  • This study underscores the value of inter-institutional cooperation in pediatric nursing research.

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