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Intuition and expert clinical practice in nursing
British Journal of Nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
|February 10, 1993
Summary
Exploring expert nursing in the UK, this study examines developmental processes, reflective practice, and the crucial role of intuition in achieving expert clinical practice. These elements are key to understanding advanced nursing skills.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Clinical Practice Development
Background:
- The definition and attainment of expert nursing practice remain key areas of inquiry in the UK.
- Understanding the core components of advanced clinical skills is essential for professional development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the developmental trajectory of nurses towards expert practice.
- To investigate the significance of reflective practice and intuition in expert nursing.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of nursing literature.
- Examination of developmental models in nursing.
- Discussion of reflective practice and intuition theories.
Main Results:
- Expert nursing is viewed as a developmental process, not a static state.
- Reflective practice is integral to skill acquisition and refinement.
- Intuition emerges as a vital element in expert clinical judgment.
Conclusions:
- Achieving expert nursing practice involves continuous development through reflection and intuition.
- Further research is needed to fully integrate these concepts into nursing education and practice.
- The essence of UK nursing is evolving towards a more intuitive and reflective model.