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Healing and Transcendence: A Roy Adaptation Model-Guided Comparison
Susan DeSanto-Madeya1, Jacqueline Fawcett2
1Associate Clinical Professor, Boston College.
Nursing Science Quarterly
|June 9, 2016
Summary
This study clarifies the distinct characteristics of healing and transcendence within holistic nursing. Understanding these concepts aids nurses in supporting patients adapting to suffering and distress.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Holistic Health
- Psychological Adaptation
Background:
- Healing and transcendence are key concepts in holistic nursing practice.
- These concepts are often linked to adaptation in individuals facing suffering.
- The precise relationship between healing and transcendence remains unclear.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare healing and transcendence.
- To identify shared and distinct characteristics of these concepts.
- To utilize the Roy adaptation model as a framework for comparison.
Main Methods:
- A comparative analysis of healing and transcendence.
- Application of the Roy adaptation model.
Main Results:
- The study identified specific similarities and differences between healing and transcendence.
- The Roy adaptation model provided a structured approach to the comparison.
Conclusions:
- Clarified the unique attributes of healing and transcendence in nursing.
- Enhanced understanding of adaptation processes for nurses.
- Provided a framework for further research on these concepts.
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