Military nurses' perspectives towards research utilization barriers

Area of Science:

• Nursing Research
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• Research utilization is crucial for safe and effective nursing practice.
• Barriers hinder the integration of research findings into clinical settings.
• A gap exists between research and clinical practice in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify barriers to research utilization among nurses in the Jordanian Royal Medical Services.
• To understand the perceptions of nurses regarding factors impeding research application in practice.

Main Methods:

• A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted with 365 nurses.
• Data were collected using the BARRIERS scale and a self-designed questionnaire.
• Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, t-tests, ANOVA, and Pearson's correlation.

Main Results:

• Setting factors (mean=3.01) and research presentation (mean=2.86) were the greatest barriers.
• Lack of time to read research was a significant individual barrier (mean=3.3).
• Significant differences in barriers were found based on nurse age and hospital.

Conclusions:

• Organizational support, recognition, and encouragement are vital for research utilization.
• Continuous education focusing on research skills, knowledge, and awareness is essential for nurses.
• Addressing identified barriers can bridge the gap between research and nursing practice.