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Building capacity for nurse-led research.
1School of Nursing, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. nancy.edwards@uottawa.ca
International Nursing Review
|February 26, 2009
Summary
Building research capacity in nurses from lower and middle-income countries (LMICs) is crucial. Addressing limited training, resources, and mentorship barriers can enhance their contribution to health services research and policy.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Global Health
- Health Systems Strengthening
Background:
- Research capacity building is vital for health professionals, yet infrequently discussed for nurses in lower and middle-income countries (LMICs).
- Nurses require adequate education and supportive environments to engage in research addressing health system challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify factors influencing research capacity development among nurses in LMICs.
- To explore barriers and enablers for nurses' research involvement in LMICs.
Main Methods:
- A scan of nine research capacity-building initiatives.
- A literature review on LMIC nurse training and research involvement.
- Informal consultations with nurse leaders and organizations in 15 LMICs.
Main Results:
- Capacity-building initiatives often target health professionals broadly, with low nurse participation.
- Programmes specifically for nurses showed significant success in training and engagement.
- Key barriers include disciplinary hierarchies, scarce resources, limited graduate education, lack of mentors, and underfunding.
Conclusions:
- Engaging LMIC nurses in health services research can lead to practical, evidence-based policy recommendations.
- Investing in nursing research capacity strengthens global health policy and improves healthcare quality.
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