Collecting Nursing Research Data 24 Hours A Day: Challenges, Lessons, And Recommendations

Abstract

Background Research on many routine nursing interventions requires data collection around the clock each day (24/7). Strategies for implementing and coordinating a study 24/7 are not discussed in the literature, and best practices are needed. Objective To identify strategies incorporated into implementing a nursing intervention trial 24/7, including key lessons learned. Methods Strategies to facilitate implementation of a clinical trial of a nursing intervention with patients undergoing mechanical ventilation are shared. Challenges and changes for future studies also are discussed. Results Adequate planning, including a detailed operations manual, guides study implementation. Staffing is the most challenging and costly part of a study but is essential to a study's success. Other important strategies include communication among the study personnel and with collaborators and direct care staff. An electronic method of recording study-related data also is essential. Conclusions A nursing clinical trial that requires interventions on a 24/7 basis can be done with thorough planning, staffing, and continuous quality improvement activities.

Publication Date

7-1-2018

Publication Title

American Journal of Critical Care

Volume

27

Issue

4

Number of Pages

305-311

Document Type

Article

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.4037/ajcc2018448

Socpus ID

85049263985 (Scopus)

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https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/85049263985

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