[Federating a research culture by a bibliographical group]

Area of Science:

• Nursing Research
• Healthcare Management
• Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

• Nurse-initiated research is increasingly influencing patient care management.
• A gap often exists between research findings and the daily stressful realities of healthcare practice.
• Non-medical carers may be unaware of how research can inform their work.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore initiatives that connect research knowledge with the daily practice of non-medical carers.
• To describe the establishment and organization of a bibliographical reading group for non-medical carers.
• To address the low awareness of research's practical application among carers.

Main Methods:

• A bibliographical reading group was formed for non-medical carers.
• The group's setup and organization were detailed.
• The experience of a team from Lyon was recounted.

Main Results:

• The study details the practical steps in creating and running a reading group.
• It highlights the process of integrating research into the practice of non-medical carers.
• The initiative aimed to bridge the research-practice gap.

Conclusions:

• Bibliographical reading groups can be an effective tool for integrating research into practice for non-medical carers.
• Such initiatives can enhance carers' awareness and application of research findings.
• Connecting research with practice is crucial for improving patient care management.