The case for nursing theory -- Knowing in nursing and nursing knowledge -- Theory from practice and practice from theory -- Nursing theories and new nursing roles -- Nursing theories or nursing models -- Interpersonal relationships: the essence of nursing models and theories -- How to select a suitable model or theory -- Research and theory: some relationships -- Criteria for theory description, analysis and evaluation -- References -- Index.

A concise, accessible introduction to the development, application and evaluation of nursing theories, this new edition of Fundamentals of Nursing Models, Theories & Practice provides a thorough overview of the body of knowledge on the topic, and a clear outline of their relevance to everyday nursing practice. Linking the development of theory to practice, this full-updated text features learning outcomes, key concept summaries and reflective exercises to aid the study of this key element of all modern nursing courses. Special Features- Clearly examines the relationship between nursing theory, clinical practice and nursing roles- Accessible and user-friendly with a range of features to help study, including key concepts, learning objectives and reflective exercises- Useful for all pre-registration nursing students, as well as newly qualified nurses- Accompanied by an online resource centre featuring case studies, multiple choice questions, exercises and activities

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