title: Barriers and Facilitators of Utilizing Research Among Nurses in Nepal.
abstract: BACKGROUND
  This study determined the perceived barriers to and facilitators of Nepalese nurses in utilizing research in the workplace. Evidence-based nursing practice provides the synergy for high-quality patient care, but it does not seem to be the case in underdeveloped countries, such as Nepal.
  
  
  METHODS
  A descriptive, cross-sectional study involving 97 nurses from Nepal was conducted. Data were collected using the BARRIERS Scale and a facilitator questionnaire.
  
  
  RESULTS
  The top three barriers to research utilization in Nepalese nurses are (a) research reports and articles are not readily available (80.5%), (b) inadequate facilities for implementation (75.3%), and (c) research reports and articles are not published fast enough (71.6%). The top three facilitators perceived to encourage Nepalese nurses to utilize or participate in research are (a) initiation of nursing research projects (27.4%), (b) educational update on research methods (16.7%), and (c) provision of funding for research (15.5%).
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Findings from this study mirror the barriers to research utilization experienced by nurses in other countries. Macro- and micro-level support are needed to foster a culture of evidence-based practice among Nepalese nurses to empower them in making informed decisions based on research in providing quality patient care.
authors.forename: Srijana
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Kc
authors.forename: Prithwi Raj
authors.initials: PR
authors.lastname: Subramaniam
authors.forename: Sarita
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Paudel
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D055318:Evidence-Based Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009390:Nepal; D015399:Nursing Research; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000523:psychology*