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The theory-practice gap in nursing: a new dimension

A Hewison1, S Wildman

  • 1School of Health and Social Sciences, Coventry University, England.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|October 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

The nursing theory-practice gap in the UK is worsening due to conflicting values between nurses and managers. Addressing this requires integrating managerial approaches while upholding professional nursing values for future survival.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Management
  • Professional Values

Background:

  • The theory-practice gap in UK nursing is a long-standing concern.
  • Recent events have introduced new dimensions to this gap.
  • Contrasting values between nurses and healthcare managers contribute to the issue.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the origins of value differences between nurses and healthcare managers.
  • To identify areas of conflict stemming from these differences.
  • To examine the impact on the nursing theory-practice gap and nurse educators.

Main Methods:

  • This paper presents a conceptual analysis.
  • It explores the divergence in approaches to healthcare delivery.
  • It identifies challenges for nurse educators.

Main Results:

  • The theory-practice gap is exacerbated by a fundamental divergence in healthcare delivery approaches.
  • This divergence poses a significant challenge to nurse educators.
  • Conflicting values create areas of conflict between nursing and management.

Conclusions:

  • Nursing faces a critical juncture, requiring integration of managerialism while emphasizing professional values.
  • The future of nursing depends on partnership and cooperation with healthcare managers.
  • Nurse educators must navigate these challenges to ensure nursing's survival and professional integrity.

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