The Integrating Theory, Evidence and Action (ITEA) method: a procedure for helping practitioners translate theory and research into action
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01/12/2014
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Introduction: The aim of this article is to describe and explain a new method for integrating theory and evidence that enables practitioners to translate evidence into action applied in their practice. Method: A new multiple methods procedure called the Integrating Theory, Evidence and Action method is described. It is a mixed method that progresses through seven distinct steps: clinical question, framework, identification, deconstruction, analysis, reconstruction, and transfer/utilization. An example of using this method to review evidence around occupational therapy with people recovering from alcohol misuse and/or abuse is provided. Findings: This method highlights the importance of theory, tests the empirical strength of theories, includes diverse forms of evidence, and encourages the integration of knowledge within clinical practice. Conclusion: The Integrating Theory, Evidence and Action method is accessible and useful to practitioners and will support their efforts to make their practice evidence based. Current methods of evidence-based practice focus mostly on research evidence (particularly quantitative evidence); however, research is only one of the ways of knowing that practitioners draw upon to guide their practice. This method enables occupational therapists to integrate theory, evidence, and practice in a coherent and translatable way. |
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eng |
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Sage Publications |
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http://dro.deakin.edu.au/eserv/DU:30069710/hitch-theintegratingtheory-2014.pdf http://www.dx.doi.org/10.4276/030802214X14176260335183 |
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2014, Sage Publications |
Palavras-Chave | #Alcohol #Evidence-based practice #Knowledge transfer #Science & Technology #Life Sciences & Biomedicine #Rehabilitation #PROFESSIONALS #KNOWLEDGE #QUALITY #PEOPLE #MISUSE |
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Journal Article |