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A Guide for applying a revised version of the PARIHS framework for implementation
Cheryl B Stetler1, Laura J Damschroder, Christian D Helfrich
1Independent Consultant, Amherst, Massachusetts, USA; Health Services Department, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, MA, USA. cheryl.stetler@comcast.net
Implementation Science : IS
|September 1, 2011
Summary
Researchers can now use a revised Promoting Action on Research Implementation in Health Services (PARIHS) framework and a companion Guide to optimize implementation trials and evaluations in evidence-based practice.
Area of Science:
- Implementation Science
- Health Services Research
- Evidence-Based Practice
Background:
- A critical literature synthesis informed revisions to the Promoting Action on Research Implementation in Health Services (PARIHS) framework.
- A new companion Guide was developed by independent researchers to support PARIHS framework utilization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance and optimize the application of the PARIHS framework in implementation trials and evaluations.
- To provide researchers with refined tools for evidence-based practice implementation.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review and structured synthesis of critiques and discussions on the PARIHS framework were conducted.
- Authors independently recorded key components, strengths, limitations, and recommendations for framework refinement.
- Consensus was reached on key components, leading to the development of the Guide.
Main Results:
- Proposed revisions align with the PARIHS framework's core principles and intent.
- The companion Guide includes reference tools based on PARIHS and current implementation science.
- The Guide is designed to aid researchers in applying the revised framework.
Conclusions:
- Researchers are encouraged to use the revised PARIHS framework and Guide for evidence-based practice implementations.
- Prospective and comprehensive application of the framework is recommended.
- Evaluating the Guide's utility will promote the continued evolution of the PARIHS framework.
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