Partnering Research and Clinical Practice to Implement a Photon-Counting Detector CT Myocardial Perfusion Imaging Study

Implementation of research studies in clinical practice may encounter institutional, cultural, or resource barriers. Lack of nursing representation during the development of research protocols and decision-making, as well as financial constraints and competing priorities can impact translating research evidence into practice. At a large Midwestern teaching hospital, these barriers are addressed using professional nursing practice and a team-based approach to patient care and innovation, which in turn improves health outcomes for patients. The institution's commitment to nursing research in the radiology department aids in the implementation of innovative imaging technologies with the potential for improved detection and diagnosis of coronary artery disease. This article will outline radiology nursing involvement in the development of a dual-purpose research and clinical exam utilizing advanced computed tomography scanner technology. This article will also show how the institution works through common barriers to nursing research and how its efforts aid in the translation of evidence-based research into clinical practice.