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Towards a coexistence of paradigms in nursing knowledge development
1School of Nursing, University of Rochester, New York.
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|July 1, 1987
Summary
Nursing knowledge has evolved significantly over 35 years, moving from logical empiricism to embracing diverse theories. Future nursing knowledge development will be characterized by collaboration and integrating various research traditions for a multidimensional understanding.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Epistemology in Nursing
Background:
- Nursing knowledge development has evolved over 35 years.
- Initial adoption of logical empiricist perspectives.
- Exploration of historicism and critical social theory.
Observation:
- Nursing's knowledge base has expanded significantly.
- Multiple philosophical underpinnings have been adopted.
- Diverse approaches to knowledge creation are evident.
Findings:
- The evolution of nursing knowledge reflects broader scientific advancements.
- Current nursing knowledge integrates various theoretical paradigms.
- Future nursing knowledge development emphasizes collaboration and paradigm coexistence.
Implications:
- Nursing knowledge is a dynamic, evolving entity, not static.
- Integrating diverse research traditions fosters multidimensional understanding.
- A cooperative approach will drive future knowledge expansion in nursing.