Discovering determinants influencing faith community nursing practice

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Healthcare Delivery Systems
• Community Health

Background:

• Faith community nursing (FCN) is a vital healthcare system.
• Factors influencing FCN practice, known as determinants, require further investigation.
• Existing literature identifies eight determinants but lacks clear causal links to practice changes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review determinants influencing Faith Community Nursing (FCN) practice.
• To identify the need for research on the causal relationships between determinants and FCN practice outcomes.
• To provide a Conceptual Model of FCN, Theoretical Definitions, and a Diagram of Determinants.

Main Methods:

• Literature review to identify determinants of FCN practice.
• Analysis of existing research to determine causal relationships.
• Development of a conceptual model and theoretical definitions.

Main Results:

• Eight determinants influencing FCN practice were identified through a literature review.
• No clear causal relationships were established between specific determinants and specific practice changes.
• A need for further research to assess the influence of determinants on practice and outcomes was highlighted.

Conclusions:

• Understanding the determinants of FCN practice is crucial for improving healthcare delivery.
• Further research is essential to establish causal links between determinants and FCN practice outcomes.
• Evidence-based solutions are needed to manage identified determinants effectively.