Swallowing behaviours and feeding environment in relation to communication development from early infancy to 6 years of age: a scoping review protocol

IntroductionUnderstanding the influences of early swallowing function and feeding environment on the development of communication will enhance prevention and intervention initiatives for young children. This scoping review will help elucidate key elements affecting the developmental trajectory of communicative systems, typically robust and well-developed by formal school entry. We aim to (1) map the current state of the literature in a growing field of interest that has the potential to advance knowledge translation, (2) identify existing gaps and (3) provide research direction for future investigations surrounding feeding-swallowing functions and environment that support or forestall communication development in young children.Methods and analysisWe are proposing a scoping review to identify the breadth and depth of the existing literature regarding swallowing-feeding functions and environment relative to the onset and progression of communicative behaviours from infancy to 6 (<6;0) years of age. Our protocol delineates rigorous methods according to Arskey and O’Malley’s framework and includes elaborations by Levac and colleagues. We will search the literature based on 10 databases, 17 peer-reviewed journals, 4 conference proceedings and 6 grey literature sources. Two authors will independently screen abstracts and review full articles, remaining blind to each other’s results. A third author will contribute to resolving any discrepant results from both the abstract and article review. Subsequently, we will extract data and chart information from accepted articles using a pre-established data collection form. We will stratify results according to healthy versus impaired swallowing-feeding functions and communication development.Ethics and disseminationOur scoping review does not require ethical approval. We will disseminate our final study results through international and national conference presentations, publication in a peer-reviewed journal and knowledge translation activities with stakeholders.

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Social media as a dissemination and knowledge translation strategy among health professions educators: A scoping review protocol

10.31219/osf.io/te3h5 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Catherine M. Giroux ◽

Lindsey Sikora ◽

André Bussières ◽

Rachel Ellaway ◽

Aliki Thomas

Keyword(s):

Social Media ◽

Knowledge Translation ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Clinical Training ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Health Professions ◽

Translation Strategy ◽

Review Protocol ◽

Online Educational Resources ◽

Training Opportunities

COVID-19 has arguably affected health professions education. Educators have rapidly transitioned to delivering educational sessions remotely while clinical training opportunities have been canceled, postponed or modified. Recent commentaries and reports have recommended leveraging existing online educational resources like pre-recorded lectures, blogs, and podcasts to facilitate health professions remote learning. However, the feasibility of doing so remains uncertain and the impacts thereof are also a matter for concern. In this work, we present our critical scoping review protocol. We aim to explore whether and how health professions educators have used social media as a mechanism of dissemination and knowledge translation to support evidence informed HPE approaches in the peer-reviewed and grey literature, drawing on Engeström's Activity Theory as a guiding theoretical framework.

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Using theatre as an arts-based knowledge translation strategy for health-related information: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032738 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 (10) ◽

pp. e032738 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Amanda Hall ◽

Bradley Furlong ◽

Andrea Pike ◽

Gabrielle Logan ◽

Rebecca Lawrence ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Translation ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Data Extraction ◽

Target Population ◽

Translation Strategy ◽

Related Information ◽

Study Results ◽

Full Text Review ◽

Health Related ◽

Study Characteristics

IntroductionSubstantial delays in translating evidence to practice mean that many beneficial and vital advances in medical care are not being used in a timely manner. Traditional knowledge translation (KT) strategies have tended to target academics by disseminating findings in academic journals and at scientific conferences. Alternative strategies, such as theatre-based KT, appear to be effective at targeting broader audiences. The purpose of this scoping review is to collate and understand the current state of science on the use of theatre as a KT strategy. This will allow us to identify gaps in literature, determine the need for a systematic review and develop additional research questions to advance the field.Methods and analysisThis review will follow established scoping review methods outlined by Arksey and O’Malley in conjunction with enhanced recommendations made by Levacet al. The search strategy, guided by an experienced librarian, will be conducted in PubMed, CINHAL and OVID. Study selection will consist of three stages: (1) initial title and abstract scan by one author to remove irrelevant articles and create a shortlist for double screening, (2) title and abstract scan by two authors, and (3) full-text review by two authors. Included studies will report specifically on the use of theatre as means of KT of health-related information to any target population. Two reviewers will independently extract and chart the data using a standardised data extraction form. Descriptive statistics will be used to produce numerical summaries related to study characteristics, KT strategy characteristics and evaluation characteristics. For those studies that included an evaluation of the theatre production as a KT strategy, we will synthesise the data according to outcome.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval was not required for this study. Results will be published in relevant journals, presented at conferences and distributed via social media.

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Using an integrated knowledge translation or other research partnership approach in trainee-led research: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2020-043756 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (5) ◽

pp. e043756

Author(s):

Christine E Cassidy ◽

Amy Jane Beck ◽

Aislinn Conway ◽

Melissa Demery Varin ◽

Celia Laur ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Translation ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Collaborative Research ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Integrated Knowledge Translation ◽

Research Partnership ◽

Research Partnerships ◽

Scoping Reviews ◽

Partnership Approach ◽

Integrated Knowledge

IntroductionCollaborative research approaches, such as co-production, co-design, engaged scholarship and integrated knowledge translation (IKT), aim to bridge the evidence to practice and policy gap. There are multiple benefits of collaborative research approaches, but studies report many challenges with establishing and maintaining research partnerships. Researchers often do not have the opportunity to learn how to build collaborative relationships, and most graduate students do not receive formal training in research partnerships. We are unlikely to make meaningful progress in strengthening graduate and postgraduate training on working collaboratively with the health system until we have a better understanding of how students are currently engaging in research partnership approaches. In response, this scoping review aims to map and characterise the evidence related to using an IKT or other research partnership approach from the perspective of health research trainees.Methods and analysisWe will employ methods described by the Joanna Briggs Institute and Arksey and O’Malley’s framework for conducting scoping reviews. The reporting will follow the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis extension for scoping reviews checklist. We will include both published and unpublished grey literature and search the following databases: MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global databases, Google Scholar and websites from professional bodies and other organisations. Two reviewers will independently screen the articles and extract data using a standardised data collection form. We will narratively describe quantitative data and conduct a thematic analysis of qualitative data. We will map the IKT and other research partnership activities onto the Knowledge to Action cycle and IAP2 Levels of Engagement Framework.Ethics and disseminationNo ethical approval is required for this study. We will share the results in a peer-reviewed, open access publication, conference presentation and stakeholder communications.

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Safety Strategies for Women Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence During the COVID-19 Pandemic: a Scoping Review Protocol

10.21203/rs.3.rs-654912/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Zoe Tipa ◽

Te Wai Barbarich-Unasa ◽

Shyamala Nada-Raja ◽

Jane Koziol-McLain

Keyword(s):

Intimate Partner Violence ◽

New Zealand ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Full Text ◽

Partner Violence ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Intimate Partner ◽

Process Data ◽

Study Results ◽

Safety Strategies

Abstract IntroductionThe health and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic evident internationally are mirrored in New Zealand.1With reports of escalating Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), there is a need for services supporting women and families to adapt to the changing COVID-19 environment. An interactive, individualised web-based safety-decision aid called isafe is being redeveloped to reflect these changes across Aotearoa New Zealand. Due to the social distancing requirements and fluidity of COVID-19 alert levels, safety strategies supporting women experiencing IPV need to align with the latest evidence within the context of COVID-19. This scoping review is designed to identify the range of extant safety strategies for women experiencing IPV suggested as effective during the COVID-19 pandemic.Methodology and method We will follow the scoping review methodology framework proposed by Johanna Briggs Institute (JBI),2 originally developed by Arksey and O’Malley3 and further refined by Levac4. The search strategy includes all study designs, and editorials and grey literature. Two reviewers will screen each article title and abstract against inclusion and exclusion criteria before independently screening the full text of eligible articles. Grey literature will be searched using existing websites and organisations that provide links to resources focussed on family violence (Table 1). Culturally informed strategies supporting Māori women and their whānau (family) will be specifically identified within the full text screening process. Data will be analysed using qualitative narrative synthesis to consider the strategies and their application to the New Zealand context. This will inform the development of isafe to support women experiencing violence during COVID-19 and beyond.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval was not required for this study. Results will be used to inform a future study in which key stakeholder groups will evaluate the usability of isafe in preparation for deployment. Findings of this review will be published in journals and validated with stakeholders connected with the isafe project.

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Using an Integrated Knowledge Translation Approach and Other Research Partnership Approaches in Trainee-Led Research: A Scoping Review Protocol

10.31219/osf.io/rk6d5 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Christine Cassidy ◽

Amy Beck ◽

Aislinn Conway ◽

Melissa Demery Varin ◽

Celia Laur ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Translation ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Collaborative Research ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Opportunity To Learn ◽

Integrated Knowledge Translation ◽

Research Partnership ◽

Research Partnerships ◽

Scoping Reviews ◽

Integrated Knowledge

Introduction: Collaborative research approaches, such as co-production, co-design, engaged scholarship, and integrated knowledge translation (IKT), aim to bridge the evidence to practice and policy gap. There are multiple benefits of collaborative research approaches, but studies report many challenges with establishing and maintaining research partnerships. Researchers often do not have the opportunity to learn how to build collaborative relationships, and most graduate students do not receive formal training in research partnerships. We are unlikely to make meaningful progress in strengthening graduate and post-graduate training on working collaboratively with the health system until we have a better understanding of how students are currently engaging in research partnership approaches. In response, this scoping review aims to map and characterize the evidence related to using an IKT approach or other research partnerships from the perspective of health research trainees.Methods and Analysis: We will employ methods described by the Joanna Briggs Institute and Arksey and O’Malley’s framework for conducting scoping reviews. The reporting will follow the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) checklist. We will include both published and unpublished grey literature and search the following databases: MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global databases, Google Scholar, and websites from professional bodies and other organisations. Two reviewers will independently screen the articles and extract data using a standardized data collection form. We will narratively describe quantitative data and conduct a thematic analysis of qualitative data. We will map the IKT and other research partnership activities onto the Knowledge to Action cycle and IAP2 Levels of Engagement Framework. Ethics and Dissemination: No ethical approval is required for this study. We will share the results in a peer-reviewed, open access publication, conference presentation and stakeholder communications.

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Hospital climate actions and assessment tools: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032561 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 (12) ◽

pp. e032561

Author(s):

Connie Cai Ru Gan ◽

Nicola Banwell ◽

Ramon San Pascual ◽

Cordia Chu ◽

Ying Wei Wang

Keyword(s):

Climate Change ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Assessment Tools ◽

Annual Conference ◽

Mitigation And Adaptation ◽

Smart Healthcare ◽

Study Results ◽

Climate Action ◽

The Impact

IntroductionHealth and climate change are inexorably linked through the exacerbation of health risks and the contribution of the health sector to greenhouse gas emissions. Climate action in healthcare settings is critical to reduce risks and impacts of climate change through the smarter use of energy, minimising waste and enhancing disaster preparedness. Globally, hospital climate action is growing; however, the potential for further progress and impacts remains. The literature on this topic lacks synthesis, and this poses challenges for hospital leadership in tracking the impact of climate action. This scoping review will summarise the current knowledge about hospital climate action and existing tools to measure progress in this area.Methods and analysisThis scoping review will be conducted applying the six-stage protocol proposed by Arksey and O’Malley. The study includes literature of how hospitals have addressed climate change (mitigation and adaptation) since the Kyoto Protocol was signed in 1997. All identified studies indexed in Medline, Scopus, Embase and CINAHL will be examined. The search strategy will also include Google Scholar to capture relevant grey literature. Quantitative and thematic analysis will be used to evaluate and categorise the study results.Ethics and disseminationThis scoping review is part of the climate-smart healthcare initiative which will provide a valuable synthesis to aid understanding of hospitals’ climate actions, and tools used to measure its implementation. As such it will contribute to mobilising and accelerating the implementation of climate action in hospitals. The findings will be disseminated with all members of the International Health Promoting Hospital and Health Services (HPH) and the Global Green and Healthy Hospital network. Dissemination will occur through peer-reviewed publications; and with the HPH and GGHH members through its annual conference and newsletter.

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Trainee-led research using an integrated knowledge translation or other research partnership approaches: a scoping reviews

Health Research Policy and Systems ◽

10.1186/s12961-021-00784-0 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 19 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Christine E. Cassidy ◽

Hwayeon Danielle Shin ◽

Emily Ramage ◽

Aislinn Conway ◽

Kelly Mrklas ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Translation ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Health Research ◽

Guideline Development ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Integrated Knowledge Translation ◽

Research Partnership ◽

Scoping Reviews ◽

Partnership Approach ◽

Integrated Knowledge

Abstract Background There are increasing expectations for researchers and knowledge users in the health system to use a research partnership approach, such as integrated knowledge translation, to increase the relevance and use of research findings in health practice, programmes and policies. However, little is known about how health research trainees engage in research partnership approaches such as IKT. In response, the purpose of this scoping review was to map and characterize the evidence related to using an IKT or other research partnership approach from the perspective of health research trainees in thesis and/or postdoctoral work. Methods We conducted this scoping review following the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and Arksey and O’Malley’s framework. We searched the following databases in June 2020: MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL and PsycINFO. We also searched sources of unpublished studies and grey literature. We reported our findings in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews. Results We included 74 records that described trainees’ experiences using an IKT or other research partnership approach to health research. The majority of studies involved collaboration with knowledge users in the research question development, recruitment and data collection stages of the research process. Intersecting barriers to IKT or other research partnerships at the individual, interpersonal and organizational levels were reported, including lack of skills in partnership research, competing priorities and trainees’ “outsider” status. We also identified studies that evaluated their IKT approach and reported impacts on partnership formation, such as valuing different perspectives, and enhanced relevance of research. Conclusion Our review provides insights for trainees interested in IKT or other research partnership approaches and offers guidance on how to apply an IKT approach to their research. The review findings can serve as a basis for future reviews and primary research focused on IKT principles, strategies and evaluation. The findings can also inform IKT training efforts such as guideline development and academic programme development.

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Informatics competencies for nurse leaders: protocol for a scoping review

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2017-018855 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 7 (12) ◽

pp. e018855 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Iman Kassam ◽

Lynn Nagle ◽

Gillian Strudwick

Keyword(s):

Scoping Review ◽

Information Technologies ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Nurse Leaders ◽

Health Information Technologies ◽

Competency Frameworks ◽

Study Results ◽

Canadian Context ◽

Ethical Approval

IntroductionGlobally, health information technologies are now being used by nurses in a variety of settings. However, nurse leaders often do not have the necessary strategic and tactical informatics competencies to adequately ensure their effective adoption and use. Although informatics competencies and competency frameworks have been identified and developed, to date there has not been review or consolidation of the work completed in this area. In order to address this gap, a scoping review is being conducted. The objectives of this scoping review are to: (1) identify informatics competencies of relevance to nurse leaders, (2) identify frameworks or theories that have been used to develop informatics competencies for nurse leaders, (3) identify instruments used to assess the informatics competencies of nurse leaders and (4) examine the psychometric properties of identified instruments.MethodsUsing the Arksey and O’Malley five-step framework, a literature review will be conducted using a scoping review methodology. The search will encompass academic and grey literature and include two primary databases and five secondary databases. Identified studies and documents will be independently screened for eligibility by two reviewers. Data from the studies and documents will be extracted and compiled into a chart. Qualitative data will be subject to a thematic analysis and descriptive statistics applied to the quantitative data.Ethics and disseminationEthical approval was not required for this study. Results will be used to inform a future study designed to validate an instrument used to evaluate informatics competencies for nurse leaders within a Canadian context.

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What is known from the existing literature about the available treatments for pelvic floor dysfunction among female athletes? A scoping review protocol

10.1101/2021.05.10.21256950 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Silvia Giagio ◽

Stefano Salvioli ◽

Paolo Pillastrini ◽

Marika Fiorucci ◽

Tiziano Innocenti

Keyword(s):

Pelvic Floor ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Female Athletes ◽

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽

Treatment Options ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Conservative Surgery ◽

Publication Type ◽

Comprehensive Overview ◽

Collection Form

Background: Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) is a term used to describe a variety of symptoms, signs and conditions involving different impairments on the pelvic floor muscles. The existing literature suggests that some sports may lead to a higher risk of developing PFD, in particular among female athletes. Despite a recent scoping review highlighted a great number of studies dealing with epidemiologic data on this topic, no study has been conducted to map the available treatments. In this framework, the aim of the present scoping review will be to map and summarize the literature to identify the available evidence concerning the treatments for PFD among female athletes. Inclusion criteria. Studies considering female athletes practicing sports at any performance level with any type of PFD will be eligible for inclusion. Any treatment options (i.e. preventive, conservative, surgery) reported by each study and any context will be considered. Methods: This scoping review will be performed in accordance with the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology. MEDLINE, Cochrane Central, Scopus, CINAHLComplete, Embase, PEDro and SPORTDiscus database will be searched from inception to May 2021. Additional records will be identified through searching in grey literature and the reference lists of all relevant studies. No study design, publication type, data and language restrictions will be applied. Two reviewers will independently screen all abstracts and full-text studies for inclusion. A data collection form will be developed by the research team to extract the characteristics of the studies included. A tabular and accompanying narrative summary of the information will be provided. Conclusions: This will be the first scoping review to provide a comprehensive overview of the topic. The results will add meaningful information for clinicians in the management of PFD among female athletes. Furthermore, any knowledge gaps of the topic will be identified. The results of this research will be published in a peer-reviewed journal and will be presented at relevant (inter)national scientific events.

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How pain neuroscience education is performed in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain: a scoping review protocol

10.1101/2021.03.04.21252912 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Roberta Giovinazzi ◽

Andrea Tamborrino ◽

Michele Marelli ◽

Leonardo Pellicciari ◽

Tiziano Innocenti

Keyword(s):

Musculoskeletal Pain ◽

Scoping Review ◽

Grey Literature ◽

Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain ◽

Future Research ◽

Publication Type ◽

Comprehensive Overview ◽

Neuroscience Education ◽

Review Protocol ◽

Collection Form

AbstractBackgroundPain Neuroscience Education (PNE) is an effective widely used strategy in the field of chronic pain management. The objective of this scoping review is to summarize the literature to identify how PNE is performed in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain.MethodsThis scoping review will be performed in accordance with the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology. Studies will be included if they meet the following population, concept, and context criteria: any patient with chronic musculoskeletal pain aged over 18 years old, any PNE delivery method, any context. No study design, publication type, and data restrictions will be applied. MEDLINE, Cochrane Central, Scopus, PsycInfo and PEDro databases will be searched up to March 2021. Additional records will be identified through searching in grey literature and reference lists of all relevant and included studies. Two reviewers will independently screen all title, abstracts and full-text studies for inclusion. A data collection form will be developed by the research team to extract the characteristics of the studies included. A tabular and accompanying narrative summary of the information will be provided.ConclusionsThis will be the first scoping review to provide a comprehensive overview of the topic. The results will add meaningful information for future research and clinical practice. Furthermore, any knowledge gaps on the topic will be identified. The results of this research will be published in a peer-reviewed journal and will be presented at relevant (inter)national scientific events.

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