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Publishing in professional journals, part I: getting started
1University of Maryland School of Nursing, 655 West Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA. morton@son.umaryland.edu
AACN Advanced Critical Care
|April 26, 2013
Summary
This article provides nurses with actionable strategies to overcome writing barriers and begin publishing in professional journals. Learn how to develop a manuscript plan to contribute valuable nursing knowledge.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Healthcare Administration
- Professional Development
Background:
- Publishing in professional journals is crucial for advancing nursing knowledge and practice.
- Nurses' contributions enhance the healthcare system, the nursing profession, and patient care.
- Many nurses face challenges and excuses that hinder their publication efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide nurses with practical strategies for initiating the journal article publication process.
- To address common barriers and excuses preventing nurses from writing.
- To guide nurses in developing and executing a manuscript plan.
Main Methods:
- The article outlines a step-by-step approach to manuscript preparation.
- It includes techniques for overcoming psychological and logistical hurdles to writing.
- Strategies focus on planning, writing, and submitting a journal article.
Main Results:
- Nurses can successfully navigate the publication process by implementing structured strategies.
- Overcoming self-doubt and procrastination are key to initiating writing.
- A clear plan facilitates manuscript development and completion.
Conclusions:
- Empowering nurses with publication strategies enhances their professional contribution.
- Regularly sharing expertise through journals strengthens the nursing profession.
- This guide aims to demystify academic writing for nurses, fostering increased scholarly output.
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