<p><strong>For all masters or doctoral courses on nursing theory or related to framework development for practice or research.</strong></p><p>For beginning graduate students in nursing and related disciplines, this text offers the clearest, most useful introduction to methods of theory development. It places nursing theory development in context, with a rich historical view that traces the field from its from its mid-20th century beginnings through contemporary and emerging issues. Present-day coverage includes both domain- and population-focused theories designed to specifically address the needs of clients served by nurses. Important additions in this edition include short reflections and critical thinking projects, as well as a new chapter on using knowledge development and theory to inform practice.</p>

<p><b>PART I.&nbsp;Overview of Theory &amp; Theory Development</b></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>1.&nbsp;Using Knowledge Development and Theory to Inform Practice</p><p>2. Approaches to Theory Development Used in This Book</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>PART II. Derivation Strategies</b></p><p>3. Concept Derivation</p><p>4. Statement Derivation</p><p>5. Theory Derivation</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>PART III. Synthesis Strategies</b></p><p>6. Concept Synthesis</p><p>7. Statement Synthesis</p><p>8. Theory Synthesis</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>PART IV. Analysis Strategies</b></p><p>9. Concept Analysis</p><p>10. Statement Analysis</p><p>11. Theory Analysis</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>PART V. Perspectives on Theory and Its Credibility</b></p><p>12. Concept, Statement, and Theory Testing&nbsp;</p>

Lorraine Olszewski Walker

Kay Coalson Avant

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