Exclusive Focus on Theory, Research and Practice Nursing Science Quarterly is unique in that it is the only journal devoted exclusively to the enhancement of knowledge in nursing and health sciences. Only Nursing Science Quarterly publishes original manuscripts focusing on nursing theory development, theory-based practice, and quantitative and qualitative research related to existing and emerging frameworks in nursing and health sciences, contributed by the leading theorists, researchers, and healthcare executives. Keep Up to Date Each issue of Nursing Science Quarterly includes authoritative, timely coverage of the latest in theory development, nursing and health science research and practice. Regular features are devoted to: Theoretical Concerns, Research Issues, Practice Applications, Ethical Issues, Teaching-Learning Processes, Scholarly Dialogue, Book Reviews and New Media, International Perspectives. An indispensable reference for students, in Nursing Science Quarterly students have access to a rich source of theoretical and research ideas that can be directly related to practice. This journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) .