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Trends in Nursing publishes contemporary and relevant research and evidence-based information on the nursing profession. The aim is to make information accessible to scholars, educators, clinical practitioners, nurse managers, and policy makers to advance planning and decision-making in nursing education, research, quality improvement initiatives, nursing regulation, and workforce planning. View our Editorial Team.

 

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 LATEST ARTICLES

Review Article

 
Evidence-based clinical pathway development for airway pressure release ventilation in adult acute respiratory distress syndrome: Findings from a rapid literature review  
Johanna Albertse, Isabel Coetzee-Prinsloo, Irene Lubbe
17 August 2026

Original Research

 
Youth perceptions of pre-exposure prophylaxis and post-exposure prophylaxis: The case of Ulundi Local Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal  
Ceba R. Magubane, Ntombizodwa S.B. Linda
13 August 2026

Original Research

 
Factors affecting the implementation of the nursing process in Cape Town hospitals  
Lesley-Ann Smith, Portia Jordan, Meaza Getahun Sileshi, Chinwa Iwu-Jaja
26 September 2025

Original Research

 
Undergraduate nursing students’ experiences of clinical placement in male psychiatric wards in Gauteng Province  
T. Ratema, W. Hlongwani, P. Nxumalo, N.F. Mabunda, B. Nxumalo, E.D. Maphake, A. Sukude
26 September 2025

Original Research

 
Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of nurses regarding the adherence counselling of persons with HIV-TB coinfection: A descriptive survey  
Victoire Ticha, Million Bimerew, Rene Deliwe Phetlhu, Isaiah Dada IO Oweye
05 November 2024

Original Research

 
Understanding health information needs, sources and barriers to accessing information among professional nurses in the Western Cape  
Million Bimerew, Doreen Kaura, Anneline Robertson
05 November 2024

Original Research

 
Choosing nursing as a career at a university in the Western Cape  
J.D. Nibagwire, A. Dison, J. Chipps
05 November 2024

Original Research

 
Professional nurses’ rating of Western Cape nurse graduates’ competence and the required skills and attributes  
Lindy S. van der Berg, Felicity M. Daniels
05 November 2024

Original Research

 
A collaborative process for widening access for TVET college students to a health sciences faculty at a university in the Western Cape  
Felicity Daniels, Penelope Martin
05 November 2024

Original Research

 
Defining person-centred teamwork: A concept analysis  
Alida Viljoen, Ronel Leech, Paul Slater, Tanya Heyns
05 November 2024
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 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Notification: Announcing the appointment of a publisher for Trends in Nursing

  

FUNDISA has announced that Trends in Nursing will be officially published by AOSIS as of 1 July 2026, moving to a new platform at trendsinnursing.org. The journal's double-blind peer-review process will be retained. Read the full announcement for details on what this transition means for authors and reviewers.

  
Posted: 2026-07-14

Website Update: AOSIS Transitioning to CRediT Authorship Taxonomy

  
Starting in November 2025, AOSIS will begin using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) authorship contribution statements for all new submissions and acceptances. Published articles reflecting CRediT statements will appear from 2026. Guidance is available under the Author Guidelines: Formatting Requirements, and all contributions should be disclosed in the Authorship, Disclosure Statements, Copyright, and License Agreement Form (Cover Letter) at submission or the Authorship Change Request Form. Following these guidelines ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity in the publication process.  
Posted: 2026-06-23

Notification: AI in Research: Transparency and Compliance Reminder

  
In 2025, the inclusion of AI policies became compulsory for all SciELO SA journals. Authors using AI-assisted technology must disclose their use in manuscripts to ensure transparency, accuracy, and trust. Guidance is available in the Plagiarism, Fabrication and Artificial Intelligence Policy page and the Submission Guidelines under 'AI-assisted technologies' in the formatting requirements. Not sure if this journal is indexed in SciELO SA? Please check our Indexing Services page.  
Posted: 2026-06-23

Notification: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Research History

  
Embark on a journey through the annals of research history! Our journal's archives hold a wealth of knowledge waiting to be rediscovered. From pioneering studies to timeless insights, explore the foundations of today's discussions. Join us in celebrating research history and uncovering the gems that continue to shape our understanding.  
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