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Beyond knowledge deficit to a proposal for information-seeking behaviors

V M Conley1

  • 1School of Nursing, University of South Florida, Tampa, USA. vconley@com1.usf.edu

Nursing Diagnosis : ND : the Official Journal of the North American Nursing Diagnosis Association
|February 13, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This study reviews the nursing diagnosis of knowledge deficit, highlighting its limitations. It proposes "information-seeking behaviors" as a more effective alternative for assessing patient educational needs.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Health Education
  • Patient Assessment

Background:

  • The nursing diagnosis "knowledge deficit" is crucial for identifying patient educational needs.
  • Current applications of "knowledge deficit" reveal limitations in validity and utility.
  • There is a need for refined diagnostic terminology in nursing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the evolution of the "knowledge deficit" diagnosis.
  • To evaluate the significance, application, and use of "knowledge deficit."
  • To propose "information-seeking behaviors" as an alternative nursing diagnosis.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
  • The review focused on "knowledge deficit" and "information-seeking behaviors."

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  • Analysis included the historical context and clinical application of both concepts.

    • Main Results:

    • "Knowledge deficit" is significant for patient education but has practical limitations.
    • The proposed diagnosis "information-seeking behaviors" offers a potentially more valid approach.
    • Antecedents and defining characteristics for "information-seeking behaviors" were identified.

    Conclusions:

    • "Knowledge deficit" requires re-evaluation due to identified limitations.
    • "Information-seeking behaviors" presents a promising alternative nursing diagnosis.
    • Further research is recommended to validate "information-seeking behaviors" and its components.