AimThis study aims to conduct a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to explore the trajectory and thematic developments of emotional labour research in nursing.DesignUtilizing descriptive and bibliometric analysis techniques.MethodsThe data analysis and graphical presentation were conducted using the Bibliometrix Package in R software.Data SourcesThe Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database was searched on October 20, 2023.ResultsFrom 1992 to 2023, 842 authors published relevant articles, yielding 779 author keywords. There has been a general upward trend in the number of articles published over the past 30 years, with an annual growth rate of 11.71%. Keyword co‐occurrence cluster analysis revealed the main focus areas of research on emotional labour antecedents and consequences, regulatory modalities, training and education, as well as research methods and application scenarios.ConclusionEmotional labour significantly influences nursing staff's well‐being and patient care outcomes. Effective management and education regarding emotional labour are crucial for enhancing nursing staff performance and patient care quality. Future research should focus on long‐term effects, training efficacy, regulatory strategies across clinical settings, and innovative approaches to address current challenges.ImpactThis study provides valuable insights into the unique trajectory and thematic developments of emotional labour research in nursing. The findings underscore the importance of addressing emotional labour in nursing practice and education to improve patient care outcomes and nursing staff well‐being.Reporting MethodAdherence to recognized bibliometric reporting methods, following relevant EQUATOR guidelines.No Patient or Public ContributionThis study is based solely on existing literature and did not involve patients or the public in its design, conduct, analysis, interpretation, or preparation.

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护理研究中的情绪劳动：文献计量分析

目的本研究旨在进行全面的文献计量分析，探讨护理情绪劳动研究的轨迹和主题发展。设计利用描述性和文献计量分析技术。方法使用R软件中的Bibliometrix Package进行数据分析和图形呈现。数据来源The Web于2023年10月20日检索Science Core Collection（WoSCC）数据库。结果从1992年至2023年，有842位作者发表了相关文章，产生了779个作者关键词。近30年来发表的文章数量总体呈上升趋势，年增长率为11.71%。关键词共现聚类分析揭示了情绪劳动前因后果、监管方式、培训教育以及研究方法和应用场景的主要研究领域。结论情绪劳动显着影响护理人员的幸福感和患者护理结果。情绪劳动的有效管理和教育对于提高护理人员绩效和患者护理质量至关重要。未来的研究应侧重于长期效果、培训效果、跨临床环境的监管策略以及应对当前挑战的创新方法。影响这项研究为护理中情绪劳动研究的独特轨迹和主题发展提供了宝贵的见解。研究结果强调了在护理实践和教育中解决情绪劳动问题的重要性，以改善患者护理结果和护理人员福祉。报告方法遵守公认的文献计量报告方法，遵循相关的 EQUATOR 指南。无患者或公众贡献本研究仅基于现有的文献，不涉及患者或公众参与其设计、实施、分析、解释或准备。