ABSTRACT
A comparison of 1975 and 1985 nursing journals reveals that more and better educated nurses are writing the profession's articles than was the case 15 years ago. Findings point to a significant growth in the professionalism of the nursing literature.
Subject(s)
Nursing/trends , Periodicals as Topic/trends , Authorship , Nurses , Nursing/statistics & numerical data , Periodicals as Topic/statistics & numerical data , Publishing , WritingABSTRACT
There is a wealth of nursing information available in multiple formats (journal articles, books, audiovisuals, computer software, pamphlets, dissertations, etc.). But the resources are not readily available to help the nurse identify needed materials quickly and easily. Current access to nursing journal articles and books is evaluated in detail; the need to collect and organize other types of nursing information is outlined. Better control of nursing information is a must if nurses are to take their place alongside other health care professionals.
