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Nursing Science Quarterly
|March 30, 2023
Summary
This article introduces a key nursing text, emphasizing the critical role of theory and philosophy in developing specialized nursing knowledge for education. It highlights how foundational concepts shape the discipline.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Theory
- Knowledge Development
Background:
- The 11th edition of Chinn and colleagues' "Knowledge Development in Nursing: Theory and Process" is introduced.
- The foundational importance of nursing theory and philosophy in higher education is discussed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of developing disciplinary knowledge within nursing.
- To underscore the role of theory and philosophy in nursing education and practice.
Main Methods:
- Introduction and review of a seminal nursing textbook.
- Contemplation on the theoretical underpinnings of nursing knowledge.
Main Results:
- The article emphasizes that robust nursing knowledge is built upon theoretical and philosophical foundations.
- It posits that understanding these foundations is crucial for advancing nursing education.
Conclusions:
- The integration of nursing theory and philosophy is essential for the progressive development of the nursing discipline.
- This text serves as a vital resource for educators and students seeking to deepen their understanding of knowledge development in nursing.
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