Qualitative research and knowledge transfer – from project to decision-making? - Revista Brasileira de Enfermagem

Qualitative research and knowledge transfer – from project to decision-making? |

The proliferation of scientific studies and the dissemination of their results in health have undoubtedly contributed to improving care, increasing average life expectancy, reducing mortality, morbidity and complications associated with chronic diseases, among others.

Associated with these gains, new challenges for the clinic and the academy have arisen. Clinicians are driven to constant updating and self-training to keep abreast of rapid scientific and technological advances. On the other hand, health units are also encouraged to promote rapid, deep and structured changes in the organization of care and in the planning and management of resources, in the light of cost control, with a clear focus on developing clinical skills, but also of leadership skills, adaptation, management, problem-solving, innovation and creativity. In academia, the challenge of disseminating and disseminating scientific findings more effectively, promoting and streamlining their use in the clinic, while fostering evidence-based decision-making⁽⁾.

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