This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two exploring the evolution of nursing research. It examines the development of nursing research and its integration with accreditation processes in the early 20th century. The episode highlights the efforts of early nursing leaders to establish a distinct body of nursing knowledge and the creation of a research department within the National League of Nursing Education (NLNE). It discusses the establishment of the National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) and the role of federal support in advancing nursing research. The episode concludes by emphasizing the ongoing importance of nursing research in improving health and wellness and advancing nursing education.

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