This important book analyzes the major schools of thought in contemporary Western science in order to arrive at a philosophy (or philosophies) of science consistent with the discipline of nursing. After examining traditional empiricist views of science, the contributors focus on the schools of thought that challenge them. Next, they introduce postmodern schools of thought including feminism, phenomenology, critical theory and poststructuralism. Each analytic discussion is followed by a chapter exploring how particular tenets of the school have influenced the development of nursing knowledge...
This important book analyzes the major schools of thought in contemporary Western science in order to arrive at a philosophy (or philosophies) of scie...
This landmark annual review has provided nearly three decades of knowledge, insight, and research on topics critical to nurses everywhere.
The purpose of this annual review is to critically examine the full gamut of literature on key topics in nursing practice, including nursing theory, care delivery, nursing education, and the professional aspects of nursing.
Past volumes of Annual Review of Nursing Research have addressed critical issues such as:
Chronic illness
Geriatrics
Alcohol abuse
Patient safety
Rural...
This landmark annual review has provided nearly three decades of knowledge, insight, and research on topics critical to nurses everywhere.
