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Claiming the Narrative Wave With Story Theory
Patricia Liehr1, Mary Jane Smith
1Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton (Dr Liehr); and West Virginia University School of Nursing, Morgantown (Dr Smith).
ANS. Advances in Nursing Science
|February 5, 2020
Summary
Nursing has been slow to adopt narrative, despite its importance. This article claims the narrative wave for nursing, using story theory for research and practice, and explores its dimensions in health literature.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Health Communication
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- A growing narrative wave has influenced healthcare acceptance over decades.
- The discipline of nursing has been slow to integrate narrative approaches into practice and research.
- Narrative is crucial for nursing practice and research, yet its potential remains underexplored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assert the significance of the narrative wave within the nursing discipline.
- To guide nursing research and practice using story theory.
- To delineate the dimensions of the narrative movement in health-related literature.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of the narrative movement in health-related fields.
- Application of story theory as a framework for nursing research.
- Description of practical applications of story theory in nursing practice.
Main Results:
- The narrative movement is a significant trend in health literature, with diverse dimensions.
- Story theory provides a robust framework for advancing nursing research.
- Practical strategies for integrating narrative into nursing practice are identified.
Conclusions:
- Nursing should actively embrace the narrative wave, leveraging story theory for advancement.
- Integrating narrative approaches can enhance both nursing practice and research.
- Further exploration of narrative dimensions will strengthen nursing's contribution to healthcare.
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