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[A review study on the strategies for concept analysis]
Myungsun Yi1, So Woo Lee, Kum-ja Kim
1College of Nursing, Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea. donam@snu.ac.kr
Taehan Kanho Hakhoe Chi
|July 11, 2006
Summary
This study reviews ten concept analysis strategies for nursing theory development. It introduces advanced methods like triangulation and feminist approaches to improve concept clarification and research quality.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Theory Development
- Concept Analysis
Context:
- Concept analysis is crucial for nursing theory development.
- Limited strategies are often used in Korea, neglecting diverse methods.
- A comprehensive review of concept analysis strategies is needed.
Purpose:
- To propose various strategies for concept analysis in nursing.
- To evaluate the advantages and limitations of identified methods.
- To provide a wider selection of concept analysis approaches.
Summary:
- A literature review identified ten concept analysis methods.
- Methods include Walker and Avant, hybrid models, triangulation, critical analysis, and feminist approaches.
- Examples of each method's utilization are presented.
Impact:
- Enhances the selection of appropriate concept analysis methods.
- Improves the quality of concept analysis research in nursing.
- Supports theory development by providing diverse analytical tools.
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