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The image of nursing, as perceived by Iranian male nurses

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(2014) The image of nursing, as perceived by Iranian male nurses. Nursing & Health Sciences. pp. 307-313. ISSN 1441-0745

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Abstract

The stereotypical public image of nursing is a major concern for male nurses around the world. In this study, we explored how Iranian male nurses perceived the public view of nurses, and their perceptions of themselves. A qualitative descriptive design and content analysis were used to obtain data from 18 purposely-selected male hospital nurses with a baccalaureate nursing degree in Tabriz, Iran. Semistructured interviews were conducted and analyzed. Two main themes emerged: (i) the outsider's view of nursing, which referred to the participants' perceptions of their public image; and (ii) the insider's view, which related to the male nurses' perceptions of themselves. Results included personal transition into a positive professional self-image through the educational process, and continued public perception of nursing as a female profession ill-suited for a man. Strategies to improve the insider's and outsider's views of nursing are listed to help recruit and retain more Iranian male nurses.

Item Type: Article
Creators:
CreatorsEmail
Valizadeh, L.UNSPECIFIED
Zamanzadeh, V.UNSPECIFIED
Fooladi, M. M.UNSPECIFIED
Azadi, A.UNSPECIFIED
Negarandeh, R.UNSPECIFIED
Monadi, M.UNSPECIFIED
Keywords: Iran male nurse nursing image public image self-perception male-students men nurses perceptions experiences education program issues model Nursing
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Page Range: pp. 307-313
Journal or Publication Title: Nursing & Health Sciences
Journal Index: ISI
Volume: 16
Number: 3
Identification Number: https://doi.org/10.1111/nhs.12101
ISSN: 1441-0745
Depositing User: مهندس مهدی شریفی
URI: http://eprints.medilam.ac.ir/id/eprint/650

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