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Constipation. Consensual and empirical validation.

R E McShane, A M McLane

    The Nursing Clinics of North America
    |December 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    This study validates the nursing diagnosis of constipation using consensual and empirical methods. Findings support its use in nursing practice, education, and research.

    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Clinical Diagnosis
    • Evidence-Based Practice

    Background:

    • Nursing diagnoses require rigorous validation for clinical accuracy.
    • Constipation is a common patient issue requiring a clearly defined nursing diagnosis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the consensual and empirical validation process for the nursing diagnosis of constipation.
    • To illustrate the validation process using diverse study types.

    Main Methods:

    • Employed a cluster of qualitative and quantitative studies.
    • Utilized consensual validation techniques.
    • Applied empirical validation methodologies.

    Main Results:

    • The nursing diagnosis 'constipation' underwent successful consensual and empirical validation.

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  • The studies provided robust evidence supporting the diagnosis.

    • Conclusions:

    • The validation process confirms the utility of the constipation nursing diagnosis.
    • Findings have implications for nursing practice, education, and future research.