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Published on: February 16, 2011
Translating caring theory across the continuum from inpatient to ambulatory care
Mary Tonges1, Meghan McCann, Jeff Strickler
1Author Affiliations: Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (Dr Tonges), Director of Oncology (Ms McCann), and Director of Emergency Services (Mr Strickler) UNC Hospitals, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Abstract:
While theory-based practice is a Magnet® characteristic, translating theories to practice remains challenging. As a result, theory-guided practice remains an ideal rather than a realized goal in many organizations. This article provides an overview of a research-derived caring theory, a translational model for theory-driven practice, implementation of a delivery model designed to translate theory across the acute and ambulatory care continuum, and resulting outcomes in oncology clinics and the emergency department.
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