A comparison of 1975 and 1985 nursing journals reveals that more and better educated nurses are writing the profession's articles than was the case 15 years ago. Findings point to a significant growth in the professionalism of nursing literature. (Author)

Nursing intervention studies are much needed. However, careful delineation of independent variables and protocols is necessary to ensure the validity of results. (SK)

Provides demographic background, an historic perspective, a synthesis of Hispanic issues identified in government documents, a summary on the state-of-the-science for nursing research with Hispanics, and recommendations for future nursing research directions. (Contains 70 references.) (Author/JOW)

Problems with nursing theory include a gap between theory and practice, theory as ideology, theory's inability to reflect reality, and theory as a limiting force. Models of diversity may make theory a more useful tool. (SK)

Summarizes the results of an HIV/AIDS nursing care summit and presents recommendations for clinical practice, administration and policy, nursing education, and nursing research related to prevention and care. (JOW)

Describes the research priorities of the National Black Nurses Association: women's health issues, use of diverse populations in research trials, and transcultural and culturally competent health care. Discusses the knowledge gaps in nursing research and recommends that priorities be aimed at improving the health of African Americans and other…

Contains 355 references. Categories include administration/managed care, AIDS, anatomy/physiology, cancer, cardiovascular, communicable diseases, communication, community health, critical care, diet/nutrition, emergency, ethics, family, fundamentals, geriatrics, health promotion, home health, infection, intravenous, diagnosis, legal, long-term…

Outcomes of the National Commission on Nursing Implementation Project were (1) a study of cost-effective nursing delivery systems; (2) development of nursing information systems; (3) "Nursing's Vital Signs," which documented information collected; (4) the National Nursing Image Campaign; and (5) initiatives to redesign nursing education,…