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Intuition--a problematic form of knowledge in nursing

A Sarvimäki1, B Stenbock-Hult

  • 1University of Helsinki, Department of General Practice and Primary Health Care, Finland.

Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences
|January 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

This study explores nursing intuition, examining its various conceptualizations and philosophical underpinnings. It highlights that while intuition is vital in nursing, further philosophical and empirical investigation is needed.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Science
  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • Intuition is a recognized phenomenon in nursing practice.
  • Existing theories of intuition stem from philosophy and empirical research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the concept and phenomenon of intuition in nursing.
  • To analyze different conceptualizations of nursing intuition.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of intuition theories.
  • Concept analysis of intuition in nursing.
  • Discussion of phenomenological, clinical, and spiritual aspects of nursing intuition.

Main Results:

  • Conceptions of nursing intuition vary based on philosophical foundations.
  • The term 'intuition' may not always accurately describe the knowledge investigated.

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  • Intuition is considered significant in nursing, but requires further study.

    • Conclusions:

    • Diverse philosophical underpinnings shape nursing intuition concepts.
    • Further philosophical, empirical, and practical research on nursing intuition is warranted.