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Carper's Ways of Knowing Flashcards

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What is the aim of Carper's theory?

Formally express nursing knowledge

Provide a professional and discipline identity

Convey to others what nursing contributes to healthcare

All of the above (correct)

What are Carper's 4 ways of knowing?

Ethics, Personal knowing, Aesthetics, Empirics

What is Carper's 5th way of knowing?

Unknowing

What does empirical knowledge refer to in Carper's theory?

Factual knowledge from science or other external sources, that can be empirically verified Signup and view all the answers

Define personal knowledge in the context of Carper's ways of knowing.

Knowledge and attitudes derived from personal self-awareness and empathy, including imagining one's self in the patient's position. Signup and view all the answers

What does ethical knowledge encompass according to Carper?

Attitudes and knowledge derived from an ethical framework, including an awareness of moral questions and choices. Signup and view all the answers

Explain aesthetic knowledge in Carper's framework.

Awareness of the immediate situation, seated in immediate practical action, including awareness of the patient and their circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

What does unknowing signify in nursing?

The nurse admits lack of knowledge of the client or understanding of the client's subjective world. Signup and view all the answers

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Carper's Theory of Knowledge

Aims to formally articulate nursing knowledge and establish a professional identity for the discipline.
Seeks to communicate nursing's contribution to healthcare and enhance expert nursing practice.

Four Ways of Knowing

Empirics: Involves factual knowledge validated by scientific means or external evidence.
Personal Knowing: Encompasses self-awareness and empathy, emphasizing the importance of understanding the patient's perspective.
Ethics: Centers on ethical awareness, guiding moral choices and understanding the implications of nursing actions.
Aesthetics: Focuses on the context of immediate situations, highlighting the uniqueness of each patient and the holistic view of their circumstances.

Fifth Way of Knowing

Unknowing: Acknowledges the nurse's recognition of their own limitations in knowledge regarding the client and the client's subjective experiences.

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Explore Carper's framework for understanding nursing knowledge through these flashcards. This resource will guide you through the four essential ways of knowing in nursing, along with the significant concept of unknowing. Perfect for nursing students and professionals looking to deepen their understanding of expert nursing practice.