Title: Strategies for Theory Construction in Nursing, 6th Edition
Authors: Lorraine Olszewski Walker, Kay Coalson Avant
Publisher: Pearson
Description:
“Strategies for Theory Construction in Nursing” in its 6th edition, authored by Lorraine Olszewski Walker and Kay Coalson Avant, provides comprehensive guidance on theory development and construction in nursing. This textbook offers a systematic approach to understanding, evaluating, and applying nursing theories to improve practice and advance the discipline.
Walker and Avant cover essential topics such as the history of nursing theory, theoretical frameworks, concept analysis, and the process of theory development. Through clear explanations, case studies, and practical examples, readers learn how to critically evaluate existing nursing theories and develop their own conceptual models to address complex issues in healthcare.
In this edition, the authors incorporate updated content and examples to reflect current trends and developments in nursing theory. The textbook also includes new case studies and exercises to engage readers in the theory development process and promote critical thinking and reflection.
“Strategies for Theory Construction in Nursing” is suitable for graduate courses in nursing theory, research methods, and nursing practice. With its emphasis on evidence-based practice and theoretical integration, this textbook serves as an invaluable resource for nurse educators, researchers, and practitioners seeking to enhance their understanding and application of nursing theory in contemporary healthcare settings.