Nurses’ Perceptions and Barriers for Evidence Based Practice

Evidence level and quality rating:


Article title: Nurses’ Perceptions and Barriers for Adoption of Evidence Based Practice in Primary Care: Bridging the Gap

Number: 2

Author(s): Mohsen M.Magda, Safaan Nahla Ashour and Okby M. Omayma

Publication date: 2016

Journal: American Journal of Nursing Research

Setting: Faculty of nursing and maternalan child health centres

Sample (composition and size): A sample of 200 consisting of 120 clinical nurse specialist 80 academic educators was used

Does this evidence address my EBP question?
1341755825500Yes
13417551587500No-Do not proceed with appraisal of this evidence

Is this study:
9652012255500QuaNtitative (collection, analysis, and reporting of numerical data)Measurable data (how many; how much; or how often) used to formulate facts, uncover patterns in research, and generalize results from a larger sample population; provides observed effects of a program, problem, or condition, measured precisely, rather than through researcher interpretation of data. Common methods are surveys, face-to-face structured interviews, observations, and reviews of records or documents. Statistical tests are used in data analysis.
402590254000Go to Section I: QuaNtitative
965202286000QuaLitative (collection, analysis, and reporting of narrative data) Rich narrative documents are used for uncovering themes; describes a problem or condition from the point of view of those experiencing it. Common methods are focus groups, individual interviews (unstructured or semi structured), and participation/observations. Sample sizes are small and are determined when data saturation is achieved. Data saturation is reached when the researcher identifies that no new themes emerge and redundancy is occurring. Synthesis is used in data analysis. Often a starting point for studies when little research exists; may use results to design empirical studies. The researcher describes, analyzes, and interprets reports, descriptions, and observations from participants.
395605127000Go to Section II: QuaLitative
927101524000Mixed methods (results reported both numerically and narratively) Both quaNtitative and quaLitative methods are used in the study design. Using both approaches, in combination, provides a better understanding of research problems than using either approach alone. Sample sizes vary based on methods used. Data collection involves collecting and analyzing both quaNtitative and quaLitative data in a single study or series of studies. Interpretation is continual and can influence stages in the research process.
402590-190500Go to Section III: Mixed Methods

Section I: QuaNtitative

Level of Evidence (Study Design)

3175-45720A00AIs this a report of a single research study?

* Yes

* NoGo to B

1. Was there manipulation of an independent variable?

* Yes

* No

2. Was there a control group?

* Yes

* No

3. Were study participants randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups?

* Yes

* No

If Yes to questions 1, 2, and 3, this is a randomized controlled trial (RCT) or experimental study.

LEVEL I