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Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study

Cilt: 9 29 Nisan 2026
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Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study

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Objective: This study aimed to assess the image of the nursing profession in Turkish society during the post-pandemic normalization process. Material and Methods: A descriptive and cross-sectional design was used. The study was conducted between December 2022 and April 2023 with 645 participants from Türkiye's seven geographical regions. The population of the study consists of individuals aged 15 to 75 living in the seven regions of Turkey. Data were collected online using a demographic form and the Image of the Nursing Profession Scale. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS 25. This study was conducted in accordance with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. Results: The average Nursing Profession Image score for participants was found to be 148.56±14.75, indicating a moderate level of perception. A statistically significant difference was found between gender and companion status, and total image scores. Regional differences also affected perceptions of professional qualifications, working conditions, and appearance (p<0.05). Conclusion: The nursing profession’s image was found to be positive in the post-pandemic period. Gender, being a patient companion, and region of residence influenced perceptions. Regular monitoring of the nursing image is recommended, along with identifying areas for improvement and developing supportive strategies.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Destekleyen Kurum

None.

Etik Beyan

The research committee approval was received from Türkiye University Non-invasive Research Ethics Committee on 06.12.2022 with decision number 2022/100. The "Informed Consent Form" was made available to participants online for reading and approval. The study was conducted in accordance with the ethical standards set forth in the Declaration of Helsinki.

Teşekkür

Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey. Also we would like to thank the institution from which we received translation services.

Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Halk Sağlığı Hemşireliği

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

29 Nisan 2026

Gönderilme Tarihi

17 Kasım 2025

Kabul Tarihi

17 Mart 2026

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2026 Cilt: 9

Kaynak Göster

APA
Dokuzcan, D. A., Karadaş, A., & Yeşiltepe, A. (2026). Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study. Turkish Journal of Health Science and Life, 9, 1-10. https://doi.org/10.56150/tjhsl.1824936
AMA
1.Dokuzcan DA, Karadaş A, Yeşiltepe A. Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study. TJHSL. 2026;9:1-10. doi:10.56150/tjhsl.1824936
Chicago
Dokuzcan, Deniz Aslı, Ayşe Karadaş, ve Akgün Yeşiltepe. 2026. “Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study”. Turkish Journal of Health Science and Life 9 (Nisan): 1-10. https://doi.org/10.56150/tjhsl.1824936.
EndNote
Dokuzcan DA, Karadaş A, Yeşiltepe A (01 Nisan 2026) Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study. Turkish Journal of Health Science and Life 9 1–10.
IEEE
[1]D. A. Dokuzcan, A. Karadaş, ve A. Yeşiltepe, “Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study”, TJHSL, c. 9, ss. 1–10, Nis. 2026, doi: 10.56150/tjhsl.1824936.
ISNAD
Dokuzcan, Deniz Aslı - Karadaş, Ayşe - Yeşiltepe, Akgün. “Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study”. Turkish Journal of Health Science and Life 9 (01 Nisan 2026): 1-10. https://doi.org/10.56150/tjhsl.1824936.
JAMA
1.Dokuzcan DA, Karadaş A, Yeşiltepe A. Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study. TJHSL. 2026;9:1–10.
MLA
Dokuzcan, Deniz Aslı, vd. “Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study”. Turkish Journal of Health Science and Life, c. 9, Nisan 2026, ss. 1-10, doi:10.56150/tjhsl.1824936.
Vancouver
1.Deniz Aslı Dokuzcan, Ayşe Karadaş, Akgün Yeşiltepe. Evaluation of The Image of The Nursing Profession in The Society: A Descriptive and Cross-Sectional Study. TJHSL. 01 Nisan 2026;9:1-10. doi:10.56150/tjhsl.1824936