Research Reflection: Reflection on moving research forward during COVID-19: Strategies to continue, conclude and commence

Kylie Teggart, Amina Silva, Tracy Powell, Manon Lemonde, Christine Maheu, Samantha Mayo

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The COVID-19 pandemic required oncology nursing researchers to immediately and drastically adjust their research activities. During the 33rd Annual CANO/ACIO Conference Roundtable Workshop October 2021 – Moving Research Forward During COVID-19, oncology nurses gathered to share and discuss strategies they will continue, conclude, and commence when leading research during and beyond the pandemic. Workshop participants identified the use of low technology, such as telephone and virtual calls without video, as a valuable data collection strategy they will continue for individual interviews. In contrast, attendees expressed their desire to stop conducting virtual focus groups when public health measures are lifted. Oncology nurses indicated an interest in beginning to use a hybrid in-person/virtual data collection approach and incorporate some technological features, such as QR codes, for recruiting participants. Workshop attendees also reflected on the impact of COVID‑19 on oncology nursing practice and education, highlighting future research priorities and considerations.

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