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Monday, November 5, 2007
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The Leadership Role with the Clinician-Led Evidence-Based Initiative relating to Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment and Prevention
Judith Ann Young, MSN, CCRN, Environments for Health, Indiana University School of Nursing, Indianapolis, IN, USA
Integration of empirical findings within clinical practice continues to be a daunting challenge for nurse leadership, educators, and bedside clinicians. Currently, Nursing clinical practice remains primarily based upon untested traditional practice. Management must involve clinicians in order to facilitate shared accountability for integrating current evidence. However, clinicians require administrative support to facilitate change. Addressing the five stages of Roger's diffusion-innovation theory and understanding the organizational culture that influences change is critical for a sustained integration of evidence-based practice in everyday nursing practice.