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Visions: Aristotle and Martha Rogers: Philosophical Foundations of Holistic Nursing
1Department of Nursing, Texas Woman's University, Houston, TX.
Abstract:
Contemporary nursing requires philosophical frameworks that integrate empirical rigor with humanistic care, yet classical philosophy is rarely engaged in nursing scholarship. This philosophical comparative analysis examines the convergences and divergences between Aristotle's philosophy and Martha Rogers' Science of Unitary Human Beings. Through systematic philosophical comparison, the analysis explores the ontological, epistemological, and axiological dimensions of both frameworks. Findings reveal shared commitments to holism, human potential, and flourishing, alongside methodological differences that create productive tensions. Integrating Aristotelian empiricism with Rogers' holistic perspective offers a robust philosophical foundation for holistic nursing practice while preserving disciplinary integrity.
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