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Concept analysis of decision making.
1Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA.
Nursing Forum
|January 1, 1990
Summary
This study analyzes the concept of decision making in nursing practice. Understanding its attributes and characteristics is crucial for developing nursing knowledge and improving patient care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Studies
Background:
- Decision making is a fundamental aspect of nursing practice, occurring across all cognitive and action levels.
- The concept of decision making has been explored across numerous disciplines, necessitating a nursing-specific perspective.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a concept analysis of decision making within the nursing discipline.
- To determine the applicability of existing definitions and theories to nursing practice.
- To establish a foundation for knowledge development in nursing decision making.
Main Methods:
- Concept analysis methodology was employed.
- Attributes and characteristics of decision making were examined.
- Interdisciplinary perspectives were considered in relation to nursing.
Main Results:
- Identified key attributes and characteristics of decision making relevant to nursing.
- Highlighted the importance of a nursing-centric view of decision making.
- Demonstrated the potential for integrating findings into nursing theory and practice.
Conclusions:
- Concept analysis provides a robust framework for understanding decision making in nursing.
- Clarifying the concept enhances the scientific basis of nursing practice.
- This analysis contributes to the advancement of nursing knowledge and professional development.
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