Abstract Shaw K, Timmons S (2010) Exploring how nursing uniforms influence self image
and professional identity. Nursing Times; 106: 10, early online publication. Background
Uniforms are thought to hold personal significance for those who wear them and act as
powerful symbols representing the profession's identity and image. Aim To gain an insight
into the influence of uniform on self image and professional identity among student nurses.
Method Fourteen qualitative, semi structured interviews were carried out with pre registration …