title: Easing the transition between hospital and home: translating knowledge into action.
abstract: Knowledge translation is an interactive, dynamic approach to the uptake of evidence-based knowledge. In this article, the authors present a collaborative model for knowledge translation that grew out of a program of research focusing on the experiences of patients from ethnoculturally diverse groups as they were discharged home from hospital. Research findings highlight issues around gaps in the continuity of services and language and communication. The authors discuss a number of knowledge translation initiatives that were developed to address these gaps. Key to the success of this process has been a collaborative relationship between researchers and practitioners that is grounded in the shared goal of knowledge translation to support ethically sound decision-making in the delivery of health-care services.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing, University of British Columbia, Vancouver.
authors.forename: Jennifer
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Baumbusch
authors.forename: Pat
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Semeniuk
authors.forename: Heather
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: McDonald
authors.forename: Koushambhi Basu
authors.initials: KB
authors.lastname: Khan
authors.forename: Sheryl
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Reimer Kirkham
authors.forename: Elsie
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Tan
authors.forename: Joan M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Anderson
mesh_terms: D002170:Canada; D003266:Continuity of Patient Care; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D006801:Humans; D008962:Models, Theoretical; D015399:Nursing Research; D010351:Patient Discharge