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[Publications in respiratory nursing and physiotherapy]
Vicente Macián Gisbert1, Esperanza Sánchez Gómez
1Área de Enfermería y Fisioterapia, Junta Directiva de la SEPAR, España.
Archivos De Bronconeumologia
|February 9, 2011
Summary
Respiratory nursing and physiotherapy professionals collaborate extensively in research but publish infrequently. This study explores barriers to publication and suggests future improvements for increased visibility.
Area of Science:
- Respiratory care
- Nursing and physiotherapy research
Context:
- The Respiratory Nursing and Physiotherapy Section of the Spanish Society of Pneumology and Thoracic Surgery has a long history of research involvement.
- Despite extensive collaboration, this section's publication output is notably low compared to other groups within the Society.
Purpose:
- To identify and explain the reasons behind the limited publication record of the Respiratory Nursing and Physiotherapy Section.
- To analyze the characteristics, attitudes, and limitations hindering increased scientific output.
Summary:
- The section actively participates in research requiring nursing and physiotherapy techniques.
- Barriers to publication include specific characteristics, attitudes, and limitations within the collective.
- Current trends and a more encouraging attitude suggest a positive outlook for future publications.
Impact:
- Understanding these barriers is crucial for developing targeted strategies to enhance research dissemination.
- Increased publications will improve the visibility and recognition of respiratory nursing and physiotherapy contributions.
- This analysis aims to foster a more publication-conducive environment for the section.
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