FACTOR 1. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ADOPTER: The nurse’s research values, skills, and
awareness. (8 items; alpha = .80)
• The nurse does not see the value of research for practice.
• The nurse sees little benefit for self.
• The nurse is unwilling to change/try new ideas.
• There is not a documented need to change practice.
• The nurse feels the benefits of changing practice will be minimal.
• The nurse does not feel capable of evaluating the quality of the research.
• The nurse is isolated from knowledgeable colleagues with whom to discuss the research.
• The nurse is unaware of the research