Foundations of Nursing

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Which term refers to a supposition or system of ideas proposed to explain a given phenomenon?

  • Paradigm
  • Concepts
  • Assumptions
  • Theory (correct)

What are often called the 'building blocks' of theories?

  • Concepts (correct)
  • Hypotheses
  • Assumptions
  • Paradigm

Which term refers to a pattern of shared understanding and assumptions about reality and the world?

  • Epistemology
  • Assumptions
  • Concepts
  • Paradigm (correct)

What are statements supposed to be true without proof or demonstration?

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What are theories of knowledge or how people come to have knowledge called?

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Key Concepts in Theory and Knowledge

  • Theory: A systematic supposition or set of ideas proposed to explain a specific phenomenon; serves as a framework for understanding and analysis.

  • Building Blocks of Theories: Fundamental elements or components that constitute theories, often referred to as concepts or constructs. These are essential for theory development and application.

  • Worldview: A shared pattern of understanding and assumptions regarding reality, shaping how individuals perceive and interact with the world around them.

  • Axioms: Statements accepted as true without requiring proof or demonstration; serve as foundational principles upon which further arguments or theories can be built.

  • Epistemology: The branch of philosophy that studies theories of knowledge, focusing on how individuals acquire, validate, and justify knowledge.

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