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Introduction To Nursing Theory Module 1
Introduction To Nursing Theory Module 1
Nursing Theory
What is Nursing Theory?
1. University baccalaureate programs proliferated, masters programs in nursing were developed, and the
curricula began to be standardized through the accreditation process.
2. Attention to the importance of nursing conceptualizations for the research process and the role of a
conceptual framework in the purpose and design of research production of science and nursing
theoretical works also began to publish.
3. Works began to be recognize for their theoretical nature, such as Henderson, Nightingale and etc.
4. New nursing doctoral programs were beginning to open and they reopened the discussion of the nature
of nursing science. This becomes the first classic reference for nursing as discipline.
Significance of Nursing Theory
Significance for the Profession
Profession - refers to a specialized field of practice founded on the theoretical structure of the science or
knowledge of that discipline and accompanying practice abilities.
Bixler and Bixler published a set of criteria tailored to nursing in the American Journal of Nursing in 1959.
They stated that a profession:
Utilizes in its practice a well-defined and well-organized body of specialized knowledge that is on the
intellectual level of the higher learning.
Constantly enlarges the body of knowledge it uses and improves its techniques of education and
service by the use of the scientific method.
Entrusts the education of its practitioners to institution of higher education.
Applies its body of knowledge in practical services that are vital to human and social welfare.
Functions autonomously in the formulation of professional policy and in the control of professional
activity thereby.
Attracts individuals of intellectual and personal qualities who exalt service above personal gain and who
recognizes their chosen occupation as a life work.
Strives to compensate its practitioners by providing freedom of action, opportunity for continuous
professional growth and economic security.
NURSING THEORETICAL WORKS;
Philosophies