Erroneous beliefs about research held by staff nurses

Area of Science:

• Nursing Research
• Clinical Research
• Philosophy of Science

Background:

• Beliefs among nurses can create obstacles in clinical research.
• These beliefs may limit the scope and success of research efforts.
• Understanding these beliefs is crucial for advancing nursing research.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and discuss common beliefs that hinder nurses in clinical research.
• To provide examples of these beliefs and their impact.
• To educate nurses on the philosophy of science and research methods in clinical settings.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative data gathered through daily interaction with nurses as a researcher.
• Identification of common beliefs based on practical experience.
• Discussion and exemplification of identified beliefs.

Main Results:

• Eleven distinct beliefs were identified.
• Each belief was discussed in detail with examples.
• The identified beliefs pose significant challenges to nursing research.

Conclusions:

• The identified beliefs have direct implications for nurses engaged in clinical research.
• Educating nurses on the philosophy of science can mitigate these obstacles.
• This work aims to empower nurses to overcome barriers and conduct effective clinical research.