Policy / Open Access Policy
Introduction and Purpose:
EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT is committed to advancing the global dissemination of scholarly research by providing immediate, free, and unrestricted access to published content. This Open Access Policy explains the principles, standards, and practices that govern how articles are made available, reused, preserved, and discovered. The policy applies to all content published in EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT and reflects our dedication to transparency, research integrity, and long-term accessibility of academic work.
The objective of this policy is to ensure that readers, researchers, practitioners, and the wider public can access high-quality scholarly content without financial, legal, or technical barriers, while also protecting author rights and maintaining rigorous editorial standards.
Scope of Open Access:
All articles published in EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT are made available online immediately upon publication. There are no subscription fees or access charges for readers. The final published version of each article, along with any approved supplementary materials, can be freely read, downloaded, copied, distributed, printed, searched, or linked to, subject to the terms of the applicable license.
This policy covers research articles, reviews, case reports, editorials, and any other scholarly content published by EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT.
Licensing and Reuse Rights:
By default, articles in EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, which allows broad reuse of the content provided proper attribution is given to the original authors and the journal. This approach supports academic collaboration, knowledge sharing, and responsible reuse of published work. The specific license applied to each article will be clearly indicated within the published paper. Any reuse of the content must respect the terms of the stated license, including proper citation of the authors and the source.
Copyright and Author Rights
Authors publishing in EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT retain the copyright to their work. By submitting and accepting publication, authors grant the journal a non-exclusive right to publish, distribute, and archive the article in all formats and media. This ensures that the work can be preserved, indexed, and shared widely while allowing authors to use their own work in future publications, 2 | P a g e repositories, or academic communications, provided proper acknowledgment of the original publication is given.
Article Processing Charges (APCs)
To support the costs associated with peer review management, editorial processing, copyediting, typesetting, online hosting, DOI registration, and long-term digital preservation, EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT may charge an Article Processing Charge (APC). Details of applicable fees, as well as any available waivers or discounts, are communicated transparently on the journal’s website and during the submission and acceptance process.
The payment of an APC does not influence editorial decisions. All manuscripts are evaluated solely on their academic merit, relevance, and adherence to ethical standards.
Peer Review and Editorial Independence
All submissions to EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT undergo a rigorous peer review process in accordance with the journal’s editorial policies. Editorial decisions are made independently of financial considerations. The open access model does not compromise the quality, objectivity, or integrity of the review and publication process.
Archiving and Long-Term Preservation
EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT is committed to the long-term preservation of published content. Articles and their associated metadata are stored in reliable digital archives and assigned persistent identifiers to ensure they remain accessible over time. This guarantees that the scholarly record remains stable, citable, and available to future researchers.
Discoverability and Indexing
To maximize visibility and impact, EMERGENCY AND NURSING MANAGEMENT provides structured metadata and supports indexing in relevant scholarly databases and search engines. This enhances discoverability, citation, and the overall reach of published research.
Policy Review and Updates
This Open Access Policy may be reviewed and updated periodically to reflect developments in publishing standards, legal requirements, and best practices in open scholarship. Any significant changes will be communicated clearly on the journal’s website.
