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ArticleJournal of research in nursing : JRN2026

Preferred reporting items for concept analysis in nursing: a systematic review.

Abdulqadir J Nashwan, Jibin Kunjavara, George Joy, Kalpana Sigh, Moustaq Karim Khan Rony, Kamarudeen M, Sirwan Khalid Ahmed

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Article in Journal of research in nursing : JRN, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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Abdulqadir J NashwanNursing and Midwifery Research Department, HMC, Qatar.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4845-4119
Jibin KunjavaraNursing and Midwifery Research Department, HMC, Qatar.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6718-181X
George JoyNursing and Midwifery Research Department, HMC, Qatar.
Kalpana SighNursing and Midwifery Research Department, HMC, Qatar.
Moustaq Karim Khan RonyInternational University of Business Agriculture and Technology Department of Civil Engineering, Dhaka, Dhaka division Bangladesh.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6905-0554
Kamarudeen MNursing and Midwifery Research Department, HMC, Qatar.
Sirwan Khalid AhmedUniversity of Raparin College of Nursing Rania, Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq.

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Abstract

Background: Concepts are fundamental to nursing theory, practice, and research, serving as abstract constructs that represent key aspects of human experience. However, the reporting of concept analysis in nursing lacks standardised guidelines, leading to inconsistencies in methodological transparency and rigour. Existing frameworks for qualitative and mixed-methods research do not adequately address the unique aspects of concept analysis. Aims: This study aims to develop a comprehensive reporting guideline for concept analysis in nursing research, guided by the EQUATOR Network toolkit. Methods: The first stage of guideline development involves a systematic review of MEDLINE, CINAHL, and PsycINFO to identify key components of concept analysis reporting in nursing. The review will focus on studies utilising concept analysis within the nursing metaparadigms: person, environment, health, and nursing, while adhering to PRISMA guidelines to ensure methodological rigour. Results: The systematic review synthesised existing literature to establish a foundational framework of essential elements for reporting concept analysis in nursing. Conclusions: Findings from this review will inform a subsequent Delphi study and structured guideline development process. The resulting standardised reporting framework will enhance methodological consistency, transparency, and reproducibility in concept analysis, thereby contributing to the advancement of nursing theory, research, and practice.

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concept analysisDelphi studyEQUATOR Networknursing researchPRISMAreporting guidelinessystematic review

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