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Intuition and the coronary care nurse
1Coronary Care Unit, Wiltshire Cardiac Centre, Princess Margaret Hospital, Swindon.
Nursing in Critical Care
|January 12, 1999
Summary
This study explores intuition in coronary care nursing, using established models to examine its role in clinical practice. Further research is needed to fully understand intuition's value and contribution to patient care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Intuition is increasingly recognized as a critical component of expert clinical judgment.
- Understanding the role of intuition in high-acuity settings like coronary care is essential for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the significance and application of intuition within coronary care nursing.
- To examine the relevance of intuition to clinical practice using theoretical models.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing the Dreyfus (1985) and Benner (1984) models of skill acquisition.
- Analyzing examples from clinical practice to illustrate the status of intuition.
Main Results:
- The study highlights the presence and use of intuition in current coronary care nursing practices.
- Theoretical models provide a framework for understanding intuition's development and application.
Conclusions:
- Intuition plays a role in coronary care nursing, though its full value requires further investigation.
- Additional research is recommended to elucidate the contribution of intuition to effective clinical care.