The development and validation of the Research for Practice Tool (R4PT) for nursing and midwifery.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Tools for assessing research capacity and participation for health professionals have been in use for over a decade with little change. Given the evolving research context emphasising integration into clinical practice, it is time to update or develop tools that reflect current research practices. The aim of this study was to develop and validate a questionnaire designed to examine nurses' and midwives' attitudes, capabilities, participation, and perceived impact of practice-based research.

Methods

The Research for Practice Tool (R4PT) was developed using factors and items identified from an extensive literature review and analysis of existing tools. A modified Delphi method was used to confirm the factors and items. The content validity of the R4PT was determined

SUBMITTER: Ohr SO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12482206 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature