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Huda Atiyeh1, Muayyad Ahmad, Eman Tariq Alslman
1University of Jordan, Amman.
This study clarifies the concept of caring, demonstrating that existing measures are mature and effective for assessing and modifying caring behaviors. Shorter scales are particularly useful for capturing these behaviors in practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Healthcare Research
- Concept Analysis
Background:
- The concept of caring is fundamental in nursing.
- Understanding and measuring caring behaviors are crucial for quality patient care.
- Previous research has explored various operationalizations of caring.
Purpose of the Study:
- To clarify the concept of caring.
- To evaluate the pragmatic utility of different caring measures.
- To assess the maturity of the caring concept in nursing literature.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Morse et al.'s criteria for concept maturity.
- Conducted a comprehensive literature review of Watson-based caring concepts.
- Evaluated logical, epistemological, linguistic, and pragmatic parameters of caring measures.
Main Results:
- The concept of caring, as conceptualized by Watson and operationalized, demonstrates maturity.
- Various caring measures effectively capture caring behavior.
- Shorter scales of caring measures proved effective despite differences in approach.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a clearer understanding of the caring concept.
- Increased confidence in utilizing caring measures for assessment and evaluation.
- Facilitates the modification of caring behaviors in clinical practice.
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