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Flexibility: a concept analysis.

M August-Brady1

  • 1Widener University, Bethlehem, PA, USA. mabrady@nnc.com

Nursing Forum
|June 10, 2000
PubMed
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Nursing requires flexibility to navigate complex healthcare. This study defines flexibility, a concept often discussed but rarely clarified in nursing literature, using Rodgers' evolutionary method.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Science
  • Healthcare Management
  • Concept Analysis

Background:

  • Healthcare environments are increasingly complex, necessitating adaptability in nursing.
  • The term 'flexibility' is frequently cited in nursing literature concerning future needs.
  • Despite its importance, the concept of flexibility lacks a clear definition within nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define the concept of flexibility within the nursing context.
  • To achieve conceptual clarity regarding flexibility in nursing practice.
  • To explore the meaning of flexibility using a rigorous analytical method.

Main Methods:

  • Employed Rodgers' evolutionary concept analysis.
  • Examined nursing literature for discussions on flexibility.

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  • Analyzed the usage and definition of flexibility across disciplines.

    • Main Results:

    • Identified a lack of clear definition for flexibility in nursing.
    • Highlighted the struggle for conceptual clarity of flexibility, mirroring challenges in other fields like engineering.
    • Established a foundational understanding of flexibility's meaning in nursing.

    Conclusions:

    • Conceptual clarity of flexibility is crucial for nursing.
    • Further research is needed to fully integrate a defined concept of flexibility into nursing practice and education.
    • Understanding flexibility is essential for preparing nurses for future healthcare complexities.