Characteristics, methodological, and reporting quality of scoping reviews published in nursing journals: A systematic review.

Introduction: Given the diversity of the scope for inquiry and methodologies used in nursing research, the synthesis of primary research may not be as straightforward as conducting a meta-analysis or systematic review on clinical trials. Scoping reviews offer an option to nursing academics for inquiries involving a range of applications and interpretations. Given the continual advances in evidence-based research, it is, therefore, crucial for nursing to constantly substantiate its research capabilities and uphold standards in its research inquiry.

Barriers to healthy eating among nurses working in hospitals: A meta-synthesis.

Aim: To explore the barriers to healthy eating among nurses working in hospitals.

Design: Meta-synthesis.

Data Sources: Published and unpublished papers were identified through electronic searches on PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO, Embase, Scopus, COCHRANE Library, Food Science and Technology Abstract, ProQuest Dissertations and Theses and OpenGrey from inception until 6 September 2020.