Nursing Philosophy

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  • Country
    United Kingdom
  • Language
    English
  • Number of Articles
    1,045
  • ISSN
    1466-7681
  • e-ISSN
    1466-769X
  • Main Publisher
    Wiley-Blackwell
  • Publisher
    Wiley
  • Indian UGC
  • DOAJ (latest)
Journal Properties
  • Medicine
    Medicine (General)
    Medicine
    Nursing
    Medicine
    Public aspects of medicine
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Description
This journal promotes critical reflection and philosophical inquiry within the nursing profession. It explores fundamental questions about the nature of nursing practice, healthcare ethics, and the role of nurses in society. Nursing practice and healthcare ethics are the journal's key topics. It welcomes contributions from various philosophical traditions, including phenomenology, hermeneutics, critical theory, and ethics. Key themes include caring, compassion, social justice, patient autonomy, and the meaning of health and illness. The journal is indexed in databases such as Scopus and CINAHL, ensuring wide visibility for its content. This is intended for nurse educators, researchers, clinicians, and students seeking to deepen their understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of nursing. By fostering dialogue and challenging conventional assumptions, Nursing Philosophy contributes to the ongoing development of the profession. Information about open access options and article submission is available on the journal website.