Aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of nurses in an acute care setting on factors influencing the effectiveness of audit and feedback. Results: Three themes were identified: the relevance of audit and feedback, particularly understanding the purpose of audit and feedback and the prioritisation of audit criteria; the audit and feedback process, including its timing and feedback characteristics; and individual factors, such as personality and perceived accountability. Conclusion: According to participants, they were likely to have a better response to audit and feedback when they perceived that it was relevant and that the process fitted their preferences. This study benefits nursing leaders and managers involved in quality improvement by providing a better understanding of nurses’ perceptions on how best to use audit and feedback as a strategy to promote evidence-based practice.
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