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Why does nursing need theory?

R Ingram1

  • 1Department of Advanced Nursing Studies, Bath and Swindon College of Nursing and Midwifery, Avon, England.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|March 1, 1991
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Nursing theory has gained significant recognition in education and practice over the past 25 years. This paper examines the evolution, development, and application of nursing theory, highlighting ongoing professional debates.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Science
  • Healthcare Education
  • Professional Practice

Background:

  • Growing recognition of nursing theory's importance in education and practice over the last 25 years.
  • Increased emphasis on evidence-based practice necessitates theoretical underpinnings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the movement supporting nursing theory.
  • To examine issues in nursing theory development, study, and application.
  • To identify origins and motivations for nursing theory development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of definitions of theory.
  • Analysis of the purpose and development of nursing theory.
  • Discussion of arguments for using theory in nursing.

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Main Results:

  • Nursing theory has evolved significantly, gaining support in both education and practice.
  • Key issues in theory development, study, and application have been identified.
  • Arguments for the utility of nursing theory are presented.

Conclusions:

  • Continued debate and investigation into nursing theory are expected.
  • The importance of nursing theory for the profession's future is underscored.
  • Further research questions are posed for ongoing professional discourse.