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Writing for publication.

D Duff1

  • 1Centennial College in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. dianeduf@home.com

Axone (Dartmouth, N.S.)
|November 19, 2003
PubMed
Summary

This guide explains how nurses can overcome barriers to scholarly writing and publication in nursing journals. It details strategies for advancing nursing knowledge and professional recognition through writing for publication.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Scholarly Communication
  • Academic Writing

Background:

  • Writing for nursing journals advances nursing knowledge and offers professional recognition.
  • Barriers include time constraints, lack of confidence, and fear of public scrutiny.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the benefits and obstacles of authoring papers for nursing journals.
  • To explain the process of writing for publication in nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of benefits and obstacles.
  • Explanation of the writing process.
  • Strategies for initiating scholarly writing.

Main Results:

  • Key benefits include advancing nursing knowledge and author recognition.
  • Common barriers are time, confidence, and fear of critique.
  • The process involves journal selection, planning, writing, and editing.

Conclusions:

  • Overcoming writing barriers can enhance professional development and nursing science.
  • Mentorship and starting with smaller projects are effective strategies.
  • Understanding the publication process is crucial for nurses aiming to publish.

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