Development of the nursing process through action research.

Area of Science:

• Nursing
• Action Research

Background:

• The nursing process is a framework for patient care.
• Action research offers a methodology for improving practical work.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the integration of the nursing process within practical nursing using action research principles.
• To identify methods for enhancing nursing practice through action research.

Main Methods:

• Applying action research principles to practical nursing.
• Utilizing patient care documentation as a tangible outcome.
• Analyzing nursing content to determine patient needs.
• Employing consulting and work guidance strategies.

Main Results:

• The nursing process model can be concretely shaped through patient documentation.
• Action research facilitates the determination and evaluation of individual patient needs.
• Collaboration between researchers and nursing staff drives practice development.

Conclusions:

• Action research provides a viable framework for implementing and refining the nursing process in practical settings.
• Understanding basic principles of the nursing process and action research is crucial for successful integration.
• This approach supports continuous improvement in nursing care delivery.