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Elsevier Integrated Knowledge Development In Nursing by Peggy L. Chinn , Maeona K. Kramer
This text holds a longstanding reputation for presenting a thorough and concise exploration of nursing theory and its development. It also provides a solid foundation for the understanding of the development of nursing theory and its links with research. This new edition builds upon the 5th edition by broadening various concepts of knowledge development to include aesthetic, ethical, personal, and empirical knowledge.The title change from "Theory and Nursing: Integrated Knowledge Development" to "Integrated Knowledge Development in Nursing" is necessary to emphasize the knowledge development theory that Chinn/Kramer have created and developed over the life of past editions. An Evolve site with Student Resources will also enhance the concepts taught in the text by utilizing weblinks and online learning activities. Chapter 1: Nursing's Fundamental Patterns of Knowing Chapter 2: Nursing's Knowledge Development Pathways Chapter 3: Empiric Knowledge Development: Explaining and Structuring Chapter 4: Description and Critical Reflection of Empiric Theory Chapter 5: Replicating and Validating Empiric Knowledge Using Research Chapter 6: Replicating and Validating Empiric Knowledge in Practice Chapter 7: Ethical Knowledge Development Chapter 8: Personal Knowing Chapter 9: Aesthetic Knowledge Development Appendix A: Interpretive Summary: Examples of Broad Theoretic Frameworks Defining the Scope, Philosophy, and General Characteristics of Nursing Appendix B: Interpretive Summary: Selected Midrange Theories Glossary