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What is the definition of 'Caritas' in Eriksson's Caritative Caring Theory?
Which aspect characterizes 'Caring Communion' according to Eriksson?
What does the act of 'Invitation' signify in the context of Caritative Caring?
What is meant by 'Dignity' in the Caritative Caring Theory?
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How does Eriksson define 'Suffering' related to illness?
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What constitutes 'Caritative Caring' in Eriksson's theory?
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What role does 'Reconciliation' play in Eriksson's Caritative Caring Theory?
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What does Eriksson use instead of 'environment' in her theory?
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Study Notes
Katie Eriksson
- Finnish-Swedish nurse born on November 18, 1943, in Jakobstad, Finland.
- Graduated from the Helsinki Swedish School of Nursing in 1965.
- Completed Public Health Nursing specialty in 1967.
- Earned a Master’s Degree in Health Sciences from Abo Akademi University.
- Founded the Department of Caring Sciences at Abo Akademi University.
- Developed the Theory of Caritative Caring, emphasizing the essence of love in healthcare.
Caritative Concept
- Caritative is defined as the manifestation of love that "just exists."
- "Caritas" refers to the compassionate care provided to individuals in health and suffering.
Major Concepts and Definitions
- Caritas: Represents love and charity, foundational to the caring process.
- Caring Communion: The structure that defines the caring reality, characterized by warmth, closeness, and respect.
- The Act of Caring: Involves transforming something ordinary into something special through attentive and loving actions.
- Caritative Caring: Ethics of caring rooted in the caritas motive, focusing on the moral dimensions of care.
- Invitation: The welcoming action of the caregiver that brings the patient into a caring relationship.
- Reconciliation: Describes the experience of suffering, highlighting the emotional and existential struggles of patients.
- Dignity: The inherent value that conveys honor and respect; includes notions of human dignity and absolute dignity.
Additional Concepts
- Caring Culture: A term used by Eriksson to reflect the environment within which caring takes place.
- Suffering: An ontological struggle between good and evil; related to the experience of illness and treatment, including violations of dignity experienced in care settings.
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Explore the life and contributions of Katie Erikson, a prominent figure in nursing science known for her Caritative Caring Theory. This quiz covers her educational background, professional achievements, and the principles of her caring model. Test your knowledge on how her ideas have shaped modern nursing practices.
