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Nursing research: on what basis?
1Department of Nursing, University of Tampere, Finland.
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|February 1, 1994
Summary
Nursing science has evolved over 150 years, adapting theories from other fields to fit its unique context. This evolution highlights the need for holistic approaches in nursing research to fully understand phenomena.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Theory Development
- Philosophy of Science
Background:
- Nursing science has evolved significantly over 150 years.
- Theories in nursing have largely been adapted from other disciplines.
- Key nursing theories include developmental, need-oriented, interaction, system-oriented, and simultaneity theories.
Purpose of the Study:
- To trace the historical development of nursing science.
- To examine the integration of theories within the nursing context.
- To explore the methodological underpinnings of nursing research.
Main Methods:
- Historical analysis of nursing theory development.
- Examination of ontological and epistemological principles in nursing research.
- Application of phenomenological research traditions.
Main Results:
- Nursing science has developed its own distinct theoretical frameworks.
- Holistic knowledge integration is crucial for in-depth understanding of nursing phenomena.
- Empiricist research traditions present limitations for nursing's central research objects.
Conclusions:
- Nursing science has matured into a distinct discipline.
- A holistic, phenomenological approach is vital for nursing research.
- Challenges exist in aligning empirical science traditions with nursing's core focus.