Barriers and facilitators influencing research utilization in clinical nursing and midwifery: an exploratory qualitative study

Abstract Background: Research utilization is critical in evidence-based practice, enhancing patient outcomes and professionalism of service providers. Despite its importance, implementation in nursing and midwifery remains low due to various barriers. Understanding these barriers and identifying facilitators can inform strategies to enhance research utilization and promote evidence-based practice. Objective: To explore the barriers and facilitators influencing research utilization as well as strategies to promote it in clinical nursing and midwifery practice in Kumasi, Ghana. Design: A qualitative descriptive methodology was