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Justin O Rojaye1, Robert T Netangaheni1
1Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Human Sciences, University of South Africa, Tshwane, South Africa.
Nurses need more support for research involvement to improve clinical practice. This study assessed nursing research capacity in Nigeria, recommending context-specific agendas and skills development for a sustainable research culture.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Healthcare Capacity Building
- Clinical Practice Improvement
Background:
- Nurses' research participation varies globally and is influenced by cultural factors.
- A supportive environment is crucial for research growth, necessitating an assessment of current research capabilities.
- Understanding who is involved in research and how is vital for organizational development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current research capacity among nurses in a Nigerian public hospital.
- To inform the development of a program aimed at fostering a sustainable nursing research culture.
- To identify challenges and solutions for nursing research engagement.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research design.
- Semi-structured interviews conducted with 21 nurses.
- Thematic analysis of collected data.
Main Results:
- Nurses emphasized the need for increased engagement in research development.
- Key challenges in research development were identified, along with proposed solutions.
- A direct impact of research on clinical practice was highlighted as a critical requirement.
Conclusions:
- Research development enables nurses to participate in practice-relevant research.
- There is a need to focus on context-specific nursing research agendas.
- Developing implementation research skills is essential for advancing nursing practice.
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