Nursing Research in Italy

1999 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 295-322 ◽  
Author(s):  
RENZO ZANOTTI
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Research Training ◽  
National Level ◽  
Nursing Research ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Nursing Administration ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Quality Of Research

Nursing in Italy is achieving a higher academic status as a result of decades of efforts in scientific knowledge development. Beginning in the 1980s, Italian nurses, supported by researchers from allied disciplines, have begun to design and implement research at the local, regional, and national level. This study is the first effort ever made to identify the main characteristics of Italian nursing research published in Italian journals. The review covers 14 years (1983–1997). Overall, 240 studies from 11 journals, research reports from books, and several conference proceedings have been considered. Inclusion criteria were based on quality of research design, considering components such as sampling, sample size, and method of data analysis. Each article was analyzed according to an interpretive scheme focusing on method of analysis, scientific merit, and authorship.Of the 240 studies reviewed, journal articles selected from ten Italian journals accounted for 175 (73%), or the majority, of reviewed sources. Sixty-five (26%) research reports complete the remaining number. The major areas of research identified include nursing practice (43%), nursing education (6%), nursing administration and professional issues (34%), and knowledge and perceptions in society and nursing (17%). The majority of the research studies utilized survey models (47%), including several retrospective and longitudinal studies, followed by exploratory or descriptive (36%) and quasi-experimental (17%) designs. Many reports failed to identify the method of sampling used in the research design. However, of those that did, convenience samples were most often used. Random sampling was rarely reported. The majority of studies employed only descriptive statistics (i.e., frequency distribution, central tendency, variability, contingency tables, and correlation). Only few studies made use of advanced statistics for testing hypotheses (parametric and non-parametric tests) among which only a low percentage cited reliability testing. In 42% of the studies, the authors were represented by a group of nurses. Nurses and physicians worked together to author another 30% of the studies. The remaining studies were authored by either individual nurses (24%) or nurses and nonmedical professionals (4%). Much of the reviewed research has been carried out by nurses who have little or no research training.

Nursing Research in Ireland

2006 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 295-331 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geraldine McCarthy ◽  
Josephine Hegarty ◽  
Dawn O’Sullivan
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Nursing Education ◽  
Nursing Research ◽  
Professional Issues ◽  
Nursing Management ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Quality Of Research ◽  
Size Data

This review presents an analysis of research published by Irish nurses during the period 1990–2005. The analysis is the first effort made to identify the main characteristics of Irish nursing research. Overall, 213 published studies were identified for consideration, from which, 152 were included in the review. The studies were published in 60 journals, 4 books, and 8 research reports. Journal articles selected from 6 journals accounted for 52%. Inclusion criteria were quality of research design, sampling (including sample size), data analysis, scientific merit, and authorship. Each article was analyzed based on this schema. The major areas of research identified included clinical practice (56%) (e.g., medical surgical, mental health, intellectual disability, and maternal and child), nursing management and professional issues (19%), and nursing education (25%).

scholarly journals Nursing research

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (80) ◽  
pp. 4-6
Author(s):  
Mile Despotović ◽  
Milena Despotović ◽  
Divna Kekuš ◽  
Čedomirka Stanojević ◽  
Nela Marinović ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Nursing Practice ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Research Work ◽  
The Body ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Nursing Research ◽  
Nursing Administration ◽  
Continued Education

With the development of nursing education institutions, there emerged a need for continued education and expansion of the body of related scientific knowledge. After the introduction of nursing care and nursing into the university curricula, scientific research in this area became an inevitable part of the advancement of the profession. Nursing focuses on the care for others and deals with issues such as nutrition, security and safety, admission and care, hygiene issues and similar. Promoting the research and involvement of nurses in research teams is of great importance to the quality of nurses' work, as it encourages evidence-based and data-based work. Generally speaking, we can say that the history of nursing research begins together with modern nursing. Nurses involved in research are often faced with a lack of support from managerial nurses and misunderstanding from colleagues who believe that doing research has a negative impact on clinical practice. Such a situation suggests that research work should actually be encouraged during school. There are three major areas with regard to nursing research: nursing education, nursing practice, and nursing administration. When it comes to trends in nursing education, the emphasis is primarily put on the importance of quality research rooted in philosophy and humanism that is also able to provide practically usable results. In the field of nursing practice, the emphasis is on research that promotes health and healthy lifestyles. Finally, in the field of nursing administration, the most common is evidence-based research. The primary focus is placed on topics such as nursing, energy therapies, knowledge and attitudes, and spirituality. The relationship between care and treatment, symptoms management, quality of life and depression are the topics most commonly examined. In Serbia, nurses have only recently been given the opportunity to study at a university level. There is also an increasing number of nursing colleges. This situation speaks in favor of stimulating and fostering research work.

The quality of research exploring in-session measures of CBT competence: a systematic review

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-17
Author(s):  
Kathryn Rayson ◽  
Louise Waddington ◽  
Dougal Julian Hare
Keyword(s):  
English Language ◽  
Research Training ◽  
Evidence Base ◽  
Small Sample ◽  
Measurement Properties ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Sample Sizes ◽  
Fidelity Assessment ◽  
Quality Of Research

Abstract Background: Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is in high demand due to its strong evidence base and cost effectiveness. To ensure CBT is delivered as intended in research, training and practice, fidelity assessment is needed. Fidelity is commonly measured by assessors rating treatment sessions, using CBT competence scales (CCSs). Aims: The current review assessed the quality of the literature examining the measurement properties of CCSs and makes recommendations for future research, training and practice. Method: Medline, PsychINFO, Scopus and Web of Science databases were systematically searched to identify relevant peer-reviewed, English language studies from 1980 onwards. Relevant studies were those that were primarily examining the measurement properties of CCSs used to assess adult 1:1 CBT treatment sessions. The quality of studies was assessed using a novel tool created for this study, following which a narrative synthesis is presented. Results: Ten studies met inclusion criteria, most of which were assessed as being ‘fair’ methodological quality, primarily due to small sample sizes. Construct validity and responsiveness definitions were applied inconsistently in the studies, leading to confusion over what was being measured. Conclusions: Although CCSs are widely used, we need to pay careful attention to the quality of research exploring their measurement properties. Consistent definitions of measurement properties, consensus about adequate sample sizes and improved reporting of individual properties are required to ensure the quality of future research.

scholarly journals Predictors of efficacy in depression prevention programmes

2003 ◽  
Vol 183 (5) ◽  
pp. 384-397 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eva Jané-Llopis ◽  
Clemens Hosman ◽  
Rachel Jenkins ◽  
Peter Anderson
Keyword(s):  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Psychiatric Symptoms ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Quality Of Research ◽  
Different Levels

BackgroundWorldwide, 340 million people are affected by depression, with high comorbid, social and economic costs.AimsTo identify potential predictors of effect in prevention programmes.MethodA meta-analysis was made of 69 programmes to reduce depression or depressive symptoms.ResultsThe weighted mean effect size of 0.22 was effective for different age groups and different levels of risk, and in reducing risk factors and depressive or psychiatric symptoms. Programmes with larger effect sizes were multi-component, included competence techniques, had more than eight sessions, had sessions 60–90 min long, had a high quality of research design and were delivered by a health care provider in targeted programmes. Older people benefited from social support, whereas behavioural methods were detrimental.ConclusionsAn 11% improvement in depressive symptoms can be achieved through prevention programmes. Single trial evaluations should ensure high quality of the research design and detailed reporting of results and potential predictors.

scholarly journals Quality of Social Science Research in India

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amit Shovon Ray ◽  
M. Parameswaran ◽  
Manmohan Agarwal ◽  
Sunandan Ghosh ◽  
Udaya S. Mishra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Science ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Keyword Search ◽  
Social Science Research ◽  
Science Research ◽  
Three Dimensions ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Public Debates ◽  
Quality Of Research

The chapter analyses the quality of research in terms of quality of articles and of journals by using a quality index. It uses two-dimension indicators to judge the quality of articles, that is, citations (scholarly) and readership, which is the number of hits an article receives in a simple Google keyword search. The quality of a journal is measured in terms of three dimensions: its presence over time, its presence across space, and its depth. The study took 21351 journal articles from 1006 journals (902 journals from Scopus and 104 journals from ISID for five-year period, 2010–14. It emerged that India’s social science research (SSR) contributes more to public debates and policy formulations and relatively less in pushing the frontiers of knowledge for further research.

scholarly journals Miksi suomalaisen tutkimuksen tuottavuus kasvoi, mutta laatu heikentyi?

2018 ◽  
Vol 37 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olli Poropudas
Keyword(s):  
Research Funding ◽  
Explanatory Power ◽  
National Level ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Explanatory Factors ◽  
Information Studies ◽  
Competitive Funding ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Quality Of Research

Performance-based research funding systems are often assumed to create an increasing pressure to publish among academics. Presumption is that national level incentives put pressure on researchers to increase quantity of publishing at the expense of quality (publishing pressure hypothesis). Janne Pölönen and Otto Auranen argued in their article in Information Studies 2 (36) that the hypothesis does not apply to Finland. The purpose of this article is to continue the discussion on the hypothesis. I repeat the empirical study by Pölönen and Auranen, and I will end up with somewhat opposite results. Secondly, I discuss the factors affecting the productivity and quality of research. Changes in productivity and quality of research are not just related to the introduction of publications as a criterion for research funding, but the range of explanatory factors is much wider. I will highlight the make-up of researchers, the amount of funding and competitive funding, and look at their explanatory power in respect to the changes of the productivity and the impact of Finnish scientific research.

scholarly journals Pijat Oksitosin Meningkatkan Produksi ASI pada Ibu Pospartum Primipara Di Kota Singkawang

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 58
Author(s):  
Usman Seri ◽  
Sudarto Sudarto ◽  
Arif Nur Akhmad
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Statistical Test ◽  
Control Groups ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
And Control ◽  
Quality Of Research

Abstract: The Oxytocin Massage Improved Breastmilk Production on Primipara Postpartum Mother In Singkawang City The challenge in providing exclusive breastfeeding is the complaints of Primipara Postpartum Mother (PPM) who are difcult to give breast milk because of limitation. The various attempts have been made, one of them by doing oxytocin massage is attemps to help breastfeeding production. The Aims of this study is to determine the effectiveness of oxytocin massage toward breastmilk production in the PPM. This study used a quasi experimental with a Case control design. A total of 30 samples were divided to intervention and control groups. This research was conducted for 6 months. The research instrument used the breastfeeding checklist. The data were analyzed by using Chi Square test. The results of Chi Square statistical test between oxytocin massage and breastmilk production obtained signifcant p = 0.025 (<0.05). These results indicate that there was a relationship between oxytocin massage and breastmilk production in the PPM. The OR value was 8 (CI (95%)) which explained that the PPM who performed oxytocin massage had eight times chance of breast milk production faster and smoother than mothers who did not do oxytocin massage. This study recommended to use large number of sample for high quality of research. Abstrak: Pijat Oksitosin Meningkatkan Produksi ASI pada Ibu Pospartum Primipara Di Kota Singkawang. Tantangan dalam pemberian Air Susu Ibu (ASI) eklusif adalah keluhan ibu postpartum primipara yang sukar memberikan ASI karena ASI nya tidak keluar. Pijat Oksitosin merupakan suatu upaya untuk membantu dalam pengeluaran ASI. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pijat oksitosin dalam pengeluaran ASI pada ibu Pospartum primipara. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain kuasi eksperimen dengan rancangan kasus kontrol. Sebanyak 30 sampel yang dibagi dalam kelompok intervensi dan kontrol. Penelitian ini dilakukan selama 6 bulan dengan Instrumen penelitian yang digunakan adalah lembar checklist pengeluaran asi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan uji Chi-Square untuk melihat adanya pengaruh antar variabel. Hasil uji statistik Chi-Square antara pijat oksitosin dengan pengeluaran ASI diperoleh nilai sig p= 0,025 (< 0,05). Hasil tersebut menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan antara pijat oksitosin dengan pengeluaran ASI pada ibu pospartum primipara. Nilai Odd Ratio (OR) dalam penelitian ini sebesar 8 (CI (95 %)) yang menjelaskan bahwa ibu pospartum primipara yang melakukan pijat oksitosin berpeluang 8 kali produksi ASI lebih cepat dan lancar dibandingkan dengan ibu yang tidak dilakukan pijat oksitosin. Penelitian selanjutnya diharapkan menggunakan jumlah sampel yang lebih besar untuk kualitas yang lebih baik.

scholarly journals Effect of End-of-Life Nursing Education on the Knowledge and Performance of Nurses in the Intensive Care Unit: A Quasi-Experimental Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sima Sadat Ghaemizade Shushtari ◽  
Shahram Molavynejad ◽  
Mohammad Adineh ◽  
Mohsen Savaie ◽  
Asaad Sharhani
Keyword(s):  
Palliative Care ◽  
Nursing Education ◽  
End Of Life ◽  
Nursing Care ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Care Education ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
And Performance ◽  
And Control

Abstract Background: End-of-life care education is required for nurses to acquire the clinical competence necessary for the improvement of the quality of end-of-life nursing care. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of nursing care education based on End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium (ELNEC) on the knowledge and performance of nurses working in the intensive care unit (ICU).Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted with a pretest-posttest design. From among nurses working in the ICU of Golestan and Imam Khomeini hospitals in Ahvaz, Iran, 80 nurses were selected based on the inclusion criteria. They were randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups (40 people in each group) using a table of random numbers. Data were collected using a demographic characteristics form, the ELNEC Knowledge Assessment Test (ELNEC-KAT), ‎and the Program in Palliative Care Education and Practice Questionnaire (German Revised Version; PCEP-GR‎).Results: A significant difference was observed between the study groups in terms of the average knowledge score in all 9 modules including nursing care, pain management and control, disease symptom management, ethical/legal issues, culture, communication with the patient and his/her family, loss and grief, death, and quality of life (QOL) (P < 0.001). Moreover, the average performance score of nurses in the fields of preparation for providing palliative care, self-assessment of ability to communicate with dying patients and their relatives, self-assessment of knowledge and skills in palliative care increased significantly in the intervention group compared to the control group (P < 0.001).Conclusions: End-of-life nursing education is recommended as an effective method for promoting knowledge, attitude, performance, and clinical competence among all nurses involved in end-of-life care.

scholarly journals Effects of Edmodo-Assisted Process Writing with the Problematized Scaffolding on the Quality of Students’ Writing

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 31
Author(s):  
Wahyu Kyestiati Sumarno
Keyword(s):  
Writing Instruction ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Experimental Research ◽  
Writing Skills ◽  
Process Writing ◽  
English Department ◽  
Score Improvement ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Traditional Class

This research explored the effects of Edmodo-assisted process writing with the problematized scaffolding on the quality of students’ writing. Quasi-Experimental research with one-group pre-posttest was utilized as the research design. The subjects of this research were the second-semester students of the English Department at the Islamic University of Darul ‘Ulum, Lamongan. There were 13 students in the class, and all of them took part in this research. In every seven meetings, they were receiving writing instruction using traditional and Edmodo-assisted process writing with problematized scaffolding respectively. To collect the data, pre-and-posttest were conducted to both class conditions. An interview was also done in the experimental class to capture the students’ perception after the implementation of Edmodo. Dependent and independent t-tests were utilized to analyze the data collected. The interview was analyzed qualitatively to support the findings. Results of the analysis indicate that the use of Edmodo-assisted process writing with problematized scaffolding significantly improves the students’ writing skills and that the students’ score improvement is significantly higher than in the traditional class. Therefore, the usage of this media is highly recommended.

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