The role of organizational research in implementing evidence-based practice: QUERI Series
2008

Understanding Organizational Research in Implementing Evidence-Based Practice

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Elizabeth M. Yano

Primary Institution: Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Services Research and Development Center of Excellence

Hypothesis

How do organizational factors influence the implementation of evidence-based practices in healthcare settings?

Conclusion

A better understanding of organizational context is essential for effectively implementing evidence-based practices in healthcare.

Supporting Evidence

  • Organizational factors significantly influence the quality of care provided in healthcare settings.
  • QUERI's framework helps integrate organizational research into the implementation of evidence-based practices.
  • Understanding local organizational contexts can improve the adoption of new healthcare practices.

Takeaway

This study shows that knowing how healthcare organizations work can help doctors and nurses use the best treatments for their patients.

Methodology

The study uses the QUERI six-step process to evaluate organizational factors in implementing evidence-based practices.

Limitations

The study may not account for all external factors affecting implementation, and the findings may not be generalizable to all healthcare settings.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1748-5908-3-29

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