What are the effects of head nursesÕ education, including an evidence-based practice course, on evi- dence-based practice?What are the effects of perceived support from immediate superiors on evidence-based practice?

What are head nursesÕ attitudes towards evidence-
based practice?

To what extent are head nurses engaged in evidence-
based practice?

To what extent is research utilization promoted
among staff members?

To what extent is the ward involved in systematic
development work?

Is the number of years since nursing degree or as head
nurse associated with evidence-based practice?

What are the effects of head nursesÕ education,
including an evidence-based practice course, on evi-
dence-based practice?

What are the effects of perceived support from
immediate superiors on evidence-based practice?