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Theoretic diversity: evolving paradigmatic issues in research and practice.

L M Nagle¹, G J Mitchell

¹School of Nursing, University of Rochester, New York.

ANS. Advances in Nursing Science

|September 1, 1991

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Research and practice share parallels. The study advocates for theoretic diversity in nursing practice, moving beyond a single-theory approach based on Canadian experiences.

Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Healthcare Practice

Background:

Research focuses on knowledge generation, while practice applies that knowledge.
Evolving debates in research methodology and theoretical frameworks in practice present parallels.
The Canadian nursing context shows a trend toward adopting single-theory approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore parallels between research methods debates and practice theory debates.
To advocate for theoretic diversity in nursing practice settings.

Main Methods:

Analysis of the Canadian nursing experience.
Examination of trends in theoretical approaches in practice.

Main Results:

Parallels exist between the evolution of research methods and theoretical debates in practice.

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A single-theory approach is becoming prevalent in Canadian nursing practice.

Conclusions:

Theoretic diversity is crucial for nursing practice settings.
Moving beyond a singular theoretical framework can enrich nursing practice.