title: Metaphorically speaking . . .
abstract: Metaphors are thought to provide a means to better understand phenomena. Metaphors have been found to be helpful in communication, nursing, nursing research, and as a pedagogical tool in the teaching-learning environment. This column briefly discusses metaphors and introduces a column which offers a unique use of metaphors in nursing education.
authors.affiliation: Briar Cliff University, 3303 Rebecca Street, Sioux City, IA 51104, USA. barb.condon@briarcliff.edu
authors.forename: Barbara Backer
authors.initials: BB
authors.lastname: Condon
mesh_terms: D004506:Education, Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D009729:Nursing; D015399:Nursing Research