Applied Nursing Researchxa0presents original, peer-reviewed research findings clearly and directly for clinical applications in all nursing specialties. Regular features include "Ask the Experts," research briefs, clinical methods, book reviews, news and announcements, and an editorial section.xa0Applied Nursing Researchxa0covers such areas asxa0pain management,xa0patient education,xa0discharge planning,xa0nursing diagnosis, jobxa0stressxa0inxa0nursing, nursing influence on length of hospital stay, and nurse/physician collaboration.