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Mind the theory/practice gap in nursing.

S H Cook1

  • 1North London Joint College of Health Studies, Friern Hospital Site, England.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|December 1, 1991
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Bridging the nursing theory-practice gap is challenging. Research into the hidden curriculum and philosophical analysis suggest the gap can be narrowed but not entirely closed.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Practice
  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • The theory-practice gap is a persistent issue in nursing scholarship.
  • Previous efforts to address this gap have yielded limited success.
  • The role of the hidden curriculum and philosophical concepts remains underexplored.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine how research on the hidden curriculum and philosophical analysis can illuminate the theory-practice gap.
  • To propose a nuanced understanding of the gap's origins and persistence.
  • To evaluate the feasibility of narrowing versus closing the theory-practice gap.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review integrating nursing education research on the hidden curriculum.
  • Philosophical analysis of core concepts related to theory and practice in nursing.

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  • Synthesis of findings from both research areas to inform understanding of the gap.

    • Main Results:

    • The hidden curriculum significantly influences the translation of theory into practice.
    • Philosophical inquiry reveals inherent complexities in bridging theoretical knowledge and practical application.
    • The gap is influenced by systemic, educational, and individual factors.

    Conclusions:

    • Narrowing the theory-practice gap is an achievable objective through targeted interventions.
    • Completely closing the theory-practice gap is unrealistic due to its multifaceted nature.
    • Further research should integrate educational and philosophical perspectives to better manage the gap.