Evidence-based Practice and Information and Communication Technology: Stakeholders’ Insights
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Title
Evidence-based Practice and Information and Communication Technology: Stakeholders’ Insights
Subject
Evidence-based Practice, Information Technology; Qualitative Research; Stakeholder Participation
Description
Stakeholders’ role to support evidence-based practice (EBP) and enhance the use of information and
communication technology (ICT) for EBP is essential. However, how EBP is supported and how ICT is utilized
in health care providers is unknown. Aim: This study aims to explore stakeholders’ insights regarding the
implementation of EBP and the use of ICT. A qualitative study with the semi-structured face-to-face interview
was used to obtain the aim. Using purposive sampling, eleven management representatives from public and
private hospitals, clinics, and health offices in Depok city, Indonesia were asked about EBP and ICT. Data were
recorded, transcribed, and analyzed thematically. Five themes emerged from this study. EBP services
availability and accessibility showed ICT sources were adequate, but still need improvement in the library and
Education and Training Department (ETD); Healthcare workforce represented doctors and nurses who hardly
generate research although permitted by the stakeholders; Health information systems such as clinical cases
forums in hospitals were established, but current evidence was rarely discussed; Funding for research and
training related to EBP were not allocated; Leadership and governance showed there were limited policies on
EBP and clinical instructors available in hospitals but focused on supporting training and student practices.
Although EBP implementation needs improvement, the stakeholders in this study mostly support EBP and
enable ICT for EBP purposes. Advocacy on policy and resource arrangements is urged to support information
initiatives.
communication technology (ICT) for EBP is essential. However, how EBP is supported and how ICT is utilized
in health care providers is unknown. Aim: This study aims to explore stakeholders’ insights regarding the
implementation of EBP and the use of ICT. A qualitative study with the semi-structured face-to-face interview
was used to obtain the aim. Using purposive sampling, eleven management representatives from public and
private hospitals, clinics, and health offices in Depok city, Indonesia were asked about EBP and ICT. Data were
recorded, transcribed, and analyzed thematically. Five themes emerged from this study. EBP services
availability and accessibility showed ICT sources were adequate, but still need improvement in the library and
Education and Training Department (ETD); Healthcare workforce represented doctors and nurses who hardly
generate research although permitted by the stakeholders; Health information systems such as clinical cases
forums in hospitals were established, but current evidence was rarely discussed; Funding for research and
training related to EBP were not allocated; Leadership and governance showed there were limited policies on
EBP and clinical instructors available in hospitals but focused on supporting training and student practices.
Although EBP implementation needs improvement, the stakeholders in this study mostly support EBP and
enable ICT for EBP purposes. Advocacy on policy and resource arrangements is urged to support information
initiatives.
Creator
Melati Fajarini , Sri Rahayu, Agus Setiawan
Source
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Nm_habi02UqFwkbtAVw-YbFxSVnPU39M
Publisher
Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta
Date
2022
Contributor
Sri Wahyuni
Rights
p-ISSN: 1979-2697
e-ISSN: 2721-1797
e-ISSN: 2721-1797
Format
PDF
Language
English
Type
Text
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Collection
Citation
Melati Fajarini , Sri Rahayu, Agus Setiawan, “Evidence-based Practice and Information and Communication Technology: Stakeholders’ Insights,” Repository Horizon University Indonesia, accessed February 10, 2026, https://repository.horizon.ac.id/items/show/10630.