Knowledge translation tools for parents on child health topics: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

An emerging field of knowledge translation (KT) research has begun to focus on health consumers, particularly in child health. KT tools provide health consumers with research knowledge to inform health decision-making and may foster 'effective consumers'. Thus, the purpose of this scoping review was to describe the state of the field of previously published effectiveness research on child health-related KT tools for parents/caregivers to understand the evidence-base, identify gaps, and guide future research efforts.

Methods

A health research librarian developed and implemented search strategies in 8 databases. One reviewer conducted screening using pre-determined criteria. A second reviewer verified 10% of screening decisions. Data extraction was performed by one

SUBMITTER: Albrecht L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5622461 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature