Knowledge Development in Nursing

Theory and Process

11th Edition - September 9, 2021
Authors: Peggy L. Chinn, Maeona K. Kramer, Kathleen Sitzman
Language: English
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Apply the five patterns of knowing to improve nursing care! Knowledge Development in Nursing: Theory and Process, 11th Edition explores nursing theory and how it is related to nursing research and quality patient care. It examines the principles of knowledge development, using the patterns of knowing to help you develop sound clinical judgment. Each chapter begins with a Basics section, which is followed by a Now That You Know the Basics section providing a deeper understanding of knowledge patterns for more advanced learners. In addition, the content in this edition aligns with the new 2021 AACN Essentials for Nursing Education. Key content in this text is also used as the basis for the creation of the first domain within the AACN Essentials, Knowledge for Nursing Practice, and in other domains within the AACN Essentials. Written by nursing educators Peggy Chinn, Maeona Kramer, and Kathleen Sitzman, this edition reflects the latest thinking in nursing knowledge development and adds emphasis to real-world application.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Model for Knowing and Knowledge Development
Copyright
Preface
In Thanks
Reviewers
Chapter 1. Nursing’s Fundamental Patterns of Knowing
The Knowing Patterns
Knowing and Knowledge
Overview of Nursing’s Patterns of Knowing
Emancipatory Knowing: The Praxis of Nursing
Ethical Knowing: The Moral Component of Nursing
Personal Knowing: The Self and Other of Nursing
Aesthetic Knowing: The Art of Nursing
Empiric Knowing: The Science of Nursing
Knowledge Development Processes: An Integrated Model
Now That You Know the Basics
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 2. Historical Contexts of Knowledge Development in Nursing
From Antiquity to Nightingale
Nightingale’s Legacy
From Nightingale to Science
Persistence of Nursing Ideals
Knowing Patterns in the Early Literature
The Emergence of Nursing as a Science
Early Trends in the Development of Nursing Science
Metalanguage of Nursing Conceptual Frameworks
Development of Middle-Range Practice-Linked Theory
Trends in Knowledge Development
Clinical Application and Production of Knowledge
Contexts of Knowledge Development
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 3. Emancipatory Knowing and Knowledge Development
The Concept of Emancipatory Knowing
The “Hegemony” Problem
The Dimensions of Emancipatory Knowledge Development
Formal Expressions of Emancipatory Knowing
Now That You Know the Basics
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 4. Ethical Knowledge Development
Ethics, Morality, and Nursing
Nursing’s Focus on Ethics and Morality
Dimensions of Ethical Knowledge Development
Formal Expressions of Ethical Knowing: Principles and Codes
Now That You Know the Basics
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 5. Personal Knowledge Development
Personal Knowing in Nursing
Dimensions of Personal Knowing
Formal Expressions of Personal Knowing: Personal Stories and the Genuine Self
Now That You Know the Basics
Personal Knowing as Spiritual in Nature
Personal Knowing as Self-in-Relation
Personal Knowing as Discovery of the Self and the Other
Personal Knowing as Unknowing
Summary: Common Meanings for Personal Knowing
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 6. Aesthetic Knowledge Development
Before You Get to the Basics
The Basics
Formal Expressions of Aesthetic Knowing: Criticism and Works of Art
Now That You Know the Basics
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 7. Empiric Knowledge Development
Empiric Knowing: A Caring Encounter With Noah
Dimensions of Empiric Knowledge Development
Methods for Creating Conceptual Meaning
Testing Your Criteria
Exploring Contexts and Values
Formulating Criteria for Concepts
Creative Processes: Structuring Empiric Knowledge
Structuring Empiric Theory
Empiric Knowledge Forms Other Than Theory
Now That You Know the Basics
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 8. Description and Critical Reflection of Empiric Theory
What Is This? The Description of Theory
Forming a Complete Description
How Does It Work? The Critical Reflection of Theory
Forming a Complete Critical Reflection
When Are Thorough Description and Critical Reflection Important?
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 9. Knowledge Authentication Processes
Authenticating Emancipatory Knowledge: Demonstrating Sustainability, Empowerment, Social Equity, and Demystification
Authenticating Ethical Knowledge: Dialogue and Justification
Authenticating Personal Knowledge: Response and Reflection
Authenticating Aesthetic Knowledge: Appreciation and Inspiration
Authenticating Empiric Knowledge: Confirmation and Validation
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 10. Integrated Expression of Knowledge in Practice
Patterns Gone Wild
Integration of Knowledge With a Focus on Emancipatory Knowing: Praxis
Integration of Knowledge With a Focus on Ethics: Moral/Ethical Comportment
Integration of Knowledge With a Focus on Personal Knowing: Therapeutic Use of Self
Integration of Knowledge With a Focus on Aesthetics: Transformative Art/Acts
Integration of Knowledge With a Focus on Empirics: Scientific Competence
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Chapter 11. Strengthening the Discipline
Conceptualizing Your Practice in Relation to Disciplinary Knowledge
Integration of Knowledge and Evidence-Informed Practice
Quality Care and Knowledge Integration
It Takes a Village
Conclusion
Learning Feature
Study Questions
References
Appendix A. Interpretive Summary: Examples of Broad Theoretic Frameworks Defining the Scope, Philosophy, and General Characteristics of Nursing
Appendix B. Additional Learning Features
Chapter 1: Nursing’s Fundamental Patterns of Knowing
Chapter 2: Historical Contexts of Knowledge Development in Nursing
Chapter 3: Emancipatory Knowing and Knowledge Development
Chapter 4: Ethical Knowledge Development
Chapter 5: Personal Knowledge Development
Chapter 6: Aesthetic Knowledge Development
Chapter 7: Empiric Knowledge Development
Chapter 8: Description and Critical Reflection of Empriric Theory
Chapter 9: Knowledge Authentication Processes
Chapter 10: Integrated Expression of Knowledge in Practice
Chapter 11: Strengthening the Discipline
Glossary
Index

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