Full Description
For all masters or doctoral courses on nursing theory or related to framework development for practice or research. For beginning graduate students in nursing and related disciplines, this text offers the clearest, most useful introduction to methods of theory development. It places nursing theory development in context, with a rich historical view that traces the field from its from its mid-20th century beginnings through contemporary and emerging issues. Present-day coverage includes both domain- and population-focused theories designed to specifically address the needs of clients served by nurses. Important additions in this edition include short reflections and critical thinking projects, as well as a new chapter on using knowledge development and theory to inform practice.
Contents
PART I. Overview of Theory & Theory Development
1. Using Knowledge Development and Theory to Inform Practice
2. Approaches to Theory Development Used in This Book
PART II. Derivation Strategies
3. Concept Derivation
4. Statement Derivation
5. Theory Derivation
PART III. Synthesis Strategies
6. Concept Synthesis
7. Statement Synthesis
8. Theory Synthesis
PART IV. Analysis Strategies
9. Concept Analysis
10. Statement Analysis
11. Theory Analysis
PART V. Perspectives on Theory and Its Credibility
12. Concept, Statement, and Theory Testing
