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Ross-Kerr and Wood’s Canadian Nursing Issues & Perspectives: CDN NURSING ISSUES & PERSPECTIVES 6th Edition
Chapter 9 : Knowledge Translation and Evidence-Informed Practice Questions
Question 1 of 5
What term does Rogers (2003) use to refer to the new knowledge that is generated from research?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: As defined by Rogers in 2003, the new knowledge that is generated from research is called the innovation, and the process of implementing the innovation is diffusion.
Question 2 of 5
What is the estimated time frame from the creation of new knowledge to its use in practice?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: It is estimated that it takes 8-15 years from the creation of knowledge to its use in practice.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following factors has been cited as a major barrier to knowledge use and the adoption of new evidence?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Barriers to knowledge use and adoption of new evidence can be grouped into four categories related to the nature of the new evidence and practice, the organization, the environment, and the individuals who will be changing their practice.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is a barrier to research utilization?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Barriers to research utilization include cost and time constraints, negative attitudes toward research, the quality and relevance of the research, time to read and implement research, and a variety of organizational and workplace limitations.
Question 5 of 5
Which following question is a characteristic of the 'environment' category of factors that influence the adoption of new knowledge?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The following questions are characteristic of the environment category of factors that influence the adoption of new knowledge: Is it urban or rural? What are the financial resources of the region? Is there peer pressure to adopt the knowledge? How much competition is there for resources? What is the reputation of the organization compared with others in the region?