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Knowledge development in clinical practice.

Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing

|January 1, 1989

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This study explores the philosophical underpinnings of nursing knowledge development and its enhancement in clinical practice. It clarifies how nurses acquire knowledge and make decisions, impacting staff development.

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Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Epistemology
Clinical Practice

Background:

Nursing knowledge development is crucial for evidence-based practice.
Understanding the philosophical basis of knowledge guides its acquisition.
Enhancing clinical decision-making requires a clear grasp of knowledge processes.

Purpose of the Study:

To explicate the philosophical basis of knowledge development in nursing.
To clarify knowledge acquisition and decision-making processes for practicing nurses.
To explore the relationship between nursing knowledge and clinical decision-making.

Main Methods:

Philosophical inquiry into nursing knowledge.
Analysis of knowledge acquisition and decision-making models.

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Main Results:

Knowledge development in nursing is rooted in philosophical principles.
Effective knowledge acquisition directly influences clinical decision-making quality.
The study delineates implications for continuous staff development.

Conclusions:

A clear understanding of knowledge philosophy enhances nursing practice.
Staff development programs should integrate knowledge acquisition and decision-making strategies.
Further research can explore specific epistemological frameworks in nursing.