Individual and social system factors influencing evidence-based practices among nurses in general hospitals: A cross-sectional multi-institutional study.

Autor: Nwe HM; University of Nursing, Mandalay, Myanmar.; Faculty of Nursing, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand., Akkadechanunt T; Faculty of Nursing, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand., Abhicharttibutra K; Faculty of Nursing, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand., Sripusanapan A; Faculty of Nursing, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Jazyk: angličtina
Zdroj: Journal of clinical nursing [J Clin Nurs] 2024 Mar 03. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Mar 03.
DOI: 10.1111/jocn.17083
Abstrakt: Aims and Objectives: To investigate evidence-based practices and examine the influence of individual and social system factors on evidence-based practices among nurses in general hospitals.
Background: Evidence-based practice is essential for improving healthcare quality. However, a challenge for nursing worldwide is nurses' limited use of evidence-based practices. It is crucial to determine the individual and social system factors affecting nurses' use of evidence-based practices.
Design: This study employs a multi-institutional cross-sectional design.
Methods: With a multistage random sampling method, 336 registered nurses were recruited from 17 general hospitals in the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. Data were collected through a seven-part questionnaire, including the Evidence-Based Practice Implementation Scale and individual and social system factors. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple linear regression.
Results: Nurses in general hospitals perceived low levels of evidence-based practices. Individual factors, such as perceived barriers (p < .001), knowledge (p < .001) and attitudes (p = .001), were related to EBP as well as social system factors, including the work environment (p < .001) which influence nurses' practice, explaining 34% variance among nurses.
Conclusion: Nurses perceived the work environment as the most influencing factor related to evidence-based practices. Individual characteristics, including perceived knowledge, attitudes and barriers, were critical factors in performing evidence-based practices in Myanmar.
Relevance to Clinical Practice: Nurse administrators and policymakers can develop strategies and interventions for improving knowledge, attitudes and work environment towards evidence-based practice. Minimizing the barriers to evidence-based practice will promote evidence-based practices in Myanmar general hospitals.
Impact: In addressing the individual and social system factors influencing the evidence-based practices of nurses, this study contributes to enhancing healthcare quality and outcomes.
Reporting Method: This study adhered to the STROBE checklist.
Patient or Public Contribution: There was no patient or public contribution.
(© 2024 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.)
Databáze: MEDLINE
Externí odkaz: