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Dawn Carol Stavor1, Judith Zedreck-Gonzalez, Rosemary L Hoffmann
1Author Affiliations: Director of Nursing (Dr Stavor), Mariners Hospital, Tavernier, Florida; Instructor (Drs Zedrick-Gonzalez and Hoffman), School of Nursing, University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Objective:
This study explored the relationship between perceived barriers to research use and the implementation of evidence-based practice (EBP) among rural hospital nurses.
Background:
The Institute of Medicine recommends that 90% of clinical decisions be evidence based by 2020.
Methods:
This descriptive, quality improvement study used a convenience sampling of registered nurses (RNs). Participants completed multiple questionnaires.
Results:
Overall the attitude toward EBP was positive. Nurses recognize the importance to their practice but identified a lack of educational preparation regarding the process of research utilization.
Conclusion:
Providing education on research process and supportive monitoring during implementation may increase compliance with EBP initiatives.
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