Metaphorically Speaking . . .

• Autores: Barbara Backer Condon
• Localización: Nursing Science Quarterly: Theory, research and practice, ISSN 0894-3184, Vol. 25, Nº. 4, 2012, págs. 316-317
• Idioma: inglés
• DOI: 10.1177/0894318412457058
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• Resumen

  • Metaphors are thought to provide a means to better understand phenomena. Metaphors have been found to be helpful in communication, nursing, nursing research, and as a pedagogical tool in the teaching-learning environment. This column briefly discusses metaphors and introduces a column which offers a unique use of metaphors in nursing education.