This journal explores the philosophical underpinnings of nursing practice, education, and theory. It examines concepts such as professional identity, ethical frameworks, the role of technology in healthcare, and the impact of social structures like authority and hierarchy on patient care. The journal also delves into the nature of knowledge in nursing, the influence of philosophical traditions on nursing thought, and the lived experiences of nurses and patients, including considerations of disability, mental distress, and cultural perspectives.
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Issues, Ethics and Legal AspectsQ1
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q1
Research and TheoryQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Nursing
Scopus Categories
Research and TheoryIssues, Ethics and Legal AspectsMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Ethics in medical practicePalliative Care and End-of-Life IssuesPatient Dignity and PrivacyNursing education and managementEmpathy and Medical EducationMental Health and PsychiatryNursing Education, Practice, and LeadershipFoucault, Power, and EthicsHuman auditory perception and evaluationEthics and Legal Issues in Pediatric Healthcare