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Research Priorities in Correctional Nursing Practice: Results of a Three-Round Delphi Study
1Graduate Nursing Program, Chamberlain College of Nursing, Downers Grove, IL, USA lschoenly@gmail.com.
Correctional nursing research needs a defined agenda. A Delphi study identified key priorities including critical thinking, competency, assessment, protocols, patient outcomes, and care environment to advance this specialty.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Criminal Justice Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Correctional nursing, a recognized specialty since 1985, lacks sufficient research to support its practice.
- Limited evidence hinders the development and advancement of nursing within the criminal justice system.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a prioritized research agenda for correctional nursing.
- To identify key areas for future research to build an evidence base for the specialty.
Main Methods:
- A three-round Delphi study was conducted with 18 correctional nursing experts.
- Expert consensus was used to elicit and prioritize research topics.
Main Results:
- Six predominant themes emerged from the study.
- Key research priorities include critical thinking, clinical judgment, competency, educational levels, assessment, nursing protocols, impact on patient outcomes, and the care environment.
Conclusions:
- The identified research priorities will guide future studies in correctional nursing.
- Establishing a robust research agenda is crucial for the evidence-based development of correctional nursing practice.
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