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Assumption
Explains the nature of the concepts, definitions, purpose, relationships, and structure of a theory.
Descriptive Theories
Primary level of theory development. They identify and describe major concepts of the phenomena but do not explain the relationship of the concepts
Descriptive Theories
Present a phenomenon based on five senses
Explanatory Theories
Present relationship among concepts and propositions. Aim to provide information on how and why conce
pts are related.
Predictive Theories
Achieved when the relationships of concepts under a certain condition are able to describe future outcomes consistently.
Prescriptive Theories
Deal with nursing actions and test the validity and certainty of specific nursing interventions.
Concepts
Building blocks of theories. It enhances oneās capacity to understand phenomena as it helps define the meaning of a word.
Abstract Concepts
Indirectly observed or intangible. Independent of time and place.
Concrete Concepts
Directly observed or tangible.
Conceptual Definition
Meaning of the word based on how a certain theory or relevant literature perceives it to be.
Operational Definitions
Meaning of a word based on the method of how it was measured or how the person come up with that perception.
Conceptual Definition
Dictionary, encyclopedia, journals
Operational Definition
How the concept will be determined. Identified procedures and operations.
Theoretical Models or Frameworks
Representation of idea or body of knowledge based on the own understanding or perception of a person
Nursing Paradigms
Patterns or models used to show a clear relationship among the existing theoretical works in nursing.
Person
Recipient of nursing care.
Environment
The external and internal aspects of life that influence the person.
Health
The holistic level of wellness that the person experiences.
Nursing
Interventions of the nurse rendering care in support of the client.
Metaparadigm
The highest level of knowledge.
Nursing Metaparadigm
Embodies the knowledge base, theory, philosophy, research, practice, and educational experience.
Philosophy
Sets forth the meaning of phenomena through analysis, reasoning, and logical argument.
Philosophy
The next knowledge level after metaparadigm.
Science
From latin, āscientiaā, meaning āknowledgeā
Scientific Method
Refers to a system of acquiring knowledge on science.
Observation
Integration of knowledge and/or phenomenon by a rational being.
Gathering Data
Recognition and collecting data for a particular problem.
Forming Hypothesis
An attempt to explain.
Experimental Investigation
Set of examinations done to solve a particular query.
Conclusion
Statement explaining a set of natural phenomena or a scientific query derived from the investigation.
Perception
Achieving understanding of sensory data.
Association
Combining two or more concepts/ideas.
Learning
Acquiring experience, skills, info, and values.
Reasoning
Seeking conclusions through reasons.
Communication
Transferring data from sender to receiver.
Traditional Knowledge
Passed down from generation to generation.
Traditional Knowledge
Itās always been practiced this way.
Authoritative Knowledge
Idea by a person of authority which is perceived as true because of his or her expertise.
Scientific Knowledge
Came from a scientific method. Tested and measured systematically.
Phenomenon
Sets of empirical data that can be physically observed or tangible.
Improve Quality of Care
Reason why nursing theories are developed
Grand Theories
Broad in scope and complex in nature. Only assist research in an occasional manner.
Middle Range Theories
Focus on the discovery of concepts.
Critical Theory
Used in the academe to describe theories that clarify how social structures influence a wide variety of human experiences from art to social science.
Theory Generating Research
To discover and describe relationships and phenomena without imposing predetermined notions on the nature of phenomena.
Theory Testing Research
Utilized to determine how accurate a theory describes a phenomenon.
Theoretical Knowledge
Aims to stimulate thinking and broaden understanding of science and practice of the Nursing Discipline.
Practical Knowledge
The art of nursing because it is gained through personal experience and learned during practice.
Empirical Knowledge
Principal form relating to factual and descriptive knowing aimed at the expansion of abstract and theoretical explanations.
Empirical Knowledge
Focuses on evidence-based research, making it the science of nursing.
Evidence Based Nursing Practice
Involves accurate and thoughtful decision making about health care delivery for clients.
Aesthetics or Esthetics Knowing
Understanding what is of significance to particular patients such as feelings, attitudes, point of view.
Aesthetics or Esthetics Knowing
Comprehension of meaning in a singular, particular, subjective expression that we call the art of nursing.
Aesthetics or Esthetics Knowing
Focuses on empathy.
Empathy
The ability for sharing vividly understanding anotherās feeling.
Ethical Knowing
Requires knowledge of different philosophical positions regarding what is good and right in making m
oral actions and decisions.
Code of Morals or Ethics
Leads the conduct of nurses is the main basis for ethical knowing.
Ethical Knowing
Leads one to seek an answer to the question, āis this right and just?ā
Evidence Based Practice
Promotes quality care that has been proven to be effective and efficient.
Personal Knowing
Encompasses knowledge of the self in relation to others and to self and it involves the entirety of the Nurse-Client Relationship.