Nurses: an image change still needed.
In Australia the image of nurses has not changed, despite advances in nursing practice, education and research. The stereotyped image affects how nurses practice and the future of the nursing profession. Below, a look at how the nurses' image affects nursing practice and suggestions on how this image can be improved.
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University of Canberra, Australia.
D001315:Australia; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D005260:Female; D005783:Gender Identity; D006801:Humans; D009726:Nurses / Q000523:psychology; D011364:Professional Practice / Q000592:standards; D012380:Role; D012649:Self Concept; D012938:Social Perception; D013240:Stereotyping