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What is the main characteristic of grand nursing theories?
How do middle-range nursing theories differ from grand nursing theories?
What is the focus of practice-level nursing theories?
Which of the following best describes descriptive theories?
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What is one limitation of grand nursing theories?
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Which category of nursing theories might be developed from the theories of other disciplines?
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In terms of abstraction, which type of theory is considered the most general?
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What sets prescriptive theories apart from descriptive theories?
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Which of the following statements best defines nursing according to the International Council for Nurses?
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What is emphasized as one of the key roles of nurses according to the definition by the American Nurses Association?
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Under the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, when is a person deemed to be practicing nursing?
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What aspect of care do nurses focus on in relation to promoting health and preventing illness?
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According to the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing, which of the following best describes nursing as a discipline?
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What is one of the primary responsibilities of nurses as independent practitioners?
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In the context of nursing, what does the term 'alleviation of suffering' refer to?
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What is a key component of the nursing process mentioned in the content?
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What does being a scientific discipline mean for nursing?
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What is the primary focus of the scientific method?
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What distinguishes science from philosophy?
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Which of the following best exemplifies rationalism?
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Which statement best describes empiricism?
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What is the relationship between theories and scientific laws?
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Which aspect of philosophy analyzes ethical considerations in knowledge acquisition?
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What role does critical observation play in the scientific method?
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What is considered a critical component that distinguishes nursing as a profession?
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Which of the following best describes the nursing metaparadigm?
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What is the primary focus of the metaparadigm within nursing knowledge?
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Which nursing theory is an example of a middle-range theory?
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Which concept within the nursing metaparadigm addresses the role of the nurse in promoting health?
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What does the nursing metaparadigm primarily inform?
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How is the concept of health represented in the nursing metaparadigm?
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Which of the following models is an example of a conceptual model in nursing?
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How many years of experience does a competent nurse generally have?
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What understanding do proficient nurses develop that enhances their decision-making?
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What distinguishes expert nurses from competent and proficient nurses?
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Which of the following describes the transition from a competent to a proficient nurse?
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What is a key aspect of skilled performance in nursing according to the levels of skill development?
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What assumption is related to uncovering practical knowledge in nursing?
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Which statement best reflects the essence of perceptual awareness in nursing?
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How do principles evolve as nurses gain experience?
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Study Notes
Definition of Nursing
- Nursing involves autonomous and collaborative care of individuals and groups across all ages, settings, and health conditions.
- Key roles in nursing include health promotion, illness prevention, care for the ill and disabled, advocacy, research, health policy shaping, management, and education.
- Nursing encompasses care during all life stages, emphasizing health promotion and illness prevention as independent practitioners.
- Collaboration with healthcare providers is essential for curative, preventive, and rehabilitative care, supporting peace in dying when recovery isn't possible.
- Nursing is seen as a dynamic discipline that combines both art and science, focusing on the responsive care of clients dealing with health and illness scenarios.
Definition of Theory
- A theory is a structured explanation of phenomena, emotions, or behaviors that can evolve through research and practice.
- Nursing theories can be classified by abstraction levels: grand, middle-range, and practice-level theories.
- Grand theories provide broad frameworks but lack specific intervention guidance, addressing components of nursing metaparadigms.
- Middle-range theories are limited in scope, addressing specific nursing phenomena, and may derive from grand theories or empirical research.
- Practice-level theories are narrow and specific to particular patient populations and situations, directly influencing nursing practices.
Definition of Science
- Science, originating from the Latin scientia, refers to systematic knowledge or practice within a discipline.
- The scientific method involves observation, hypothesis formation, experimentation, and validation of results, leading to theories and potentially scientific laws.
Definition of Philosophy
- Philosophy examines concepts that shape thought, ethical methods of creating knowledge, and logical reasoning processes.
- Rationalism emphasizes knowledge obtained through logic and intuition, while empiricism stresses sensory experience as the source of knowledge.
Structure of Nursing Knowledge
- Early 20th-century studies advocated for nursing as a profession, emphasizing specialized knowledge as crucial for recognition.
- Knowledge structure consists of various levels, including metaparadigm, philosophy, conceptual models, and theories.
- Examples of these structures involve concepts such as person, health, environment, and nursing.
Nursing Metaparadigm
- The metaparadigm includes global concepts of nursing that guide its discipline, emphasizing the holistic well-being of patients and the nursing role.
- Competencies within nursing reflect levels of experience:
- Competent nurses possess 2-3 years of experience and awareness of long-term goals.
- Proficient nurses understand the holistic picture, improving decision-making through experience.
- Expert nurses rely on intuition and extensive experience rather than rules for guiding their actions.
Assumptions in Nursing
- Identifying assumptions and expectations can enhance practical knowledge within nursing.
- Clinical knowledge often stems from perceptual awareness, which plays a crucial role in sound nursing judgment.
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Explore the comprehensive definition of nursing as outlined by the International Council for Nurses. This quiz covers the essential roles and responsibilities of nurses, including care for individuals and communities in various settings, health promotion, and advocacy in health policy. Test your knowledge on the fundamental concepts of nursing practice.
