Jordan Journal of Nursing Research (JJNR) is a quarterly, open-access peer reviewed, scientific journal that focuses on promoting scholarly work that advances and supports the discipline of nursing. The journal aims to promote the exchange and dissemination of knowledge that is relevant to nursing, midwifery, health policy and health-related issues. Further, JJNR seeks original manuscripts that explore ideas, issues, and innovations that contribute to knowledge development and best practices in nursing worldwide. All papers published in the JJNR are freely available without charge to the user or his/her institution.