BMC NURSING
Scope & Guideline
Unlocking the Future of Nursing Through Open Access
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Nursing Education and Training:
Research on the methodologies and effectiveness of nursing education, including simulation-based learning, e-learning, and clinical training practices to enhance the competencies of nursing students. - Patient-Centered Care:
Studies focusing on the experiences and perspectives of patients, including their interactions with nursing staff and the impact of care practices on patient outcomes and satisfaction. - Workplace Environment and Nursing Workforce:
Exploration of factors affecting job satisfaction, burnout, and turnover intention among nurses, as well as the implications of workplace culture and leadership on nursing practice. - Health Promotion and Disease Prevention:
Research on the role of nurses in promoting health and preventing diseases through community engagement, education, and the implementation of health policies. - Ethics and Professionalism in Nursing:
Investigation into ethical challenges faced by nurses, including moral distress, decision-making in complex clinical situations, and the influence of professional values on nursing practice. - Innovative Nursing Practices:
Studies exploring new approaches in nursing care, including the integration of technology, telehealth, and evidence-based interventions to improve patient outcomes.
Trending and Emerging
- Mental Health and Well-Being:
An increasing number of studies are focusing on the mental health of nurses, including burnout, compassion fatigue, and coping strategies, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. - Technology Integration in Nursing Practice:
There is a growing emphasis on the use of digital tools, telehealth, and mobile health applications to enhance nursing practice and patient care, reflecting the shift towards technology-driven healthcare. - Culturally Competent Care:
Research focusing on cultural competence in nursing practice is gaining momentum, emphasizing the need for nurses to provide culturally sensitive care in diverse healthcare settings. - Interprofessional Collaboration:
Emerging studies highlight the importance of interprofessional collaboration in improving patient outcomes, fostering teamwork among healthcare providers, and enhancing the educational experiences of nursing students. - Sustainability and Environmental Health in Nursing:
An increasing interest in the role of nursing in promoting sustainability and addressing environmental health issues is evident, with research exploring eco-conscious nursing practices. - Patient Safety and Quality Improvement:
There is a strong trend towards research that examines patient safety culture and quality improvement initiatives in nursing, focusing on strategies to minimize errors and enhance care delivery.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Lecture-Based Education:
There is a noticeable decline in research focused solely on traditional lecture-based teaching methods, as innovative and interactive educational strategies such as simulation and online learning gain prominence. - Generalist Nursing Roles:
Studies centered on generalist roles in nursing are becoming less frequent, with a shift towards specialized nursing roles and advanced practice nursing being more prevalent in recent publications. - Physical Health Focus:
Research specifically addressing physical health issues without considering psychological or social factors is waning, reflecting a more holistic approach to nursing care that integrates mental and emotional health. - Passive Patient Engagement:
There is a decreasing trend in studies that focus on passive models of patient engagement, as the emphasis shifts towards collaborative, participatory care models that empower patients. - Historical Perspectives on Nursing:
Research that focuses on historical analyses of nursing practices or the evolution of nursing roles is becoming less common, with a stronger focus on current challenges and future directions.
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