Nursing Metaparadigm and Theory History Quiz

Which of the following is NOT part of the nursing metaparadigm?

When did the Florence Nightingale School of Nursing open?

Who defined health as the unity and harmony of mind, body, and soul?

In which era did nursing theory become a natural outgrowth of research and graduate education?

What did Florence Nightingale believe about every woman?

Nursing Metaparadigm

Nursing metaparadigm includes four core concepts: person, environment, health, and nursing.
Concepts not classified as part of the nursing metaparadigm could refer to unrelated theories or frameworks.

Florence Nightingale School of Nursing

Opened in 1856 in London, England.
Established as the first nursing school based on Nightingale's principles of education and sanitation.

Definition of Health

Health defined by Florence Nightingale as the unity and harmony of mind, body, and soul.
Emphasized the holistic view of health, integrating mental, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Nursing Theory Development Era

Nursing theory became prominent during the mid-20th century.
This development coincided with the expansion of research and graduate-level education in nursing.

Beliefs of Florence Nightingale

Nightingale believed every woman has a role in nursing and can contribute to society’s health.
Advocated for the empowerment of women through nursing education and professional practice.

Test your knowledge on the nursing metaparadigm and the history of nursing theory in this quiz covering Week 1 and 2 summary of TFN. Explore key concepts such as person, environment, and health, and learn about the origins of nursing theory with Florence Nightingale.