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Demystifying Nursing Theory: A Christian Nursing Perspective.
Marjorie A Schaffer1, Kristin Sandau, Bernita Missal
1Marjorie Schaffer, PhD, RN, is professor emerita from Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota, where she taught evidence-based practice and public health nursing for 31 years. Kristin E. Sandau, PhD, RN, is a professor at Bethel University. She teaches research and acute care, and researches quality of life and ECG monitoring. Bernita Missal, PhD, RN, is a professor at Bethel University. She teaches research and cultural diversity in healthcare. Her current research focuses on healthcare for Somali childbearing women.
Nursing theory provides the rationale and framework for nursing practice, guiding interventions and outcome measurement. This article explores theory application and its alignment with Christian beliefs.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Philosophy of Nursing
Background:
- Nursing theory underpins the scientific basis of nursing practice.
- It provides explanations for nursing actions and facilitates outcome evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explain the application of nursing theory to practice.
- To provide examples of theory application in nursing.
- To examine nursing theories through a Christian perspective.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and conceptual analysis.
- Examination of three specific caring theories.
- Analysis of theories against biblical principles.
Main Results:
- Nursing theory clarifies the 'why' and 'how' of nursing.
- Theories guide interventions and establish outcome measurement frameworks.
- Analysis suggests potential for aligning nursing theories with Christian perspectives.
Conclusions:
- Nursing theory is essential for evidence-based practice and professional development.
- Further examination is needed to integrate theological and nursing frameworks.
- Application of theory enhances the quality and scientific rigor of nursing care.
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