Nursing theory
View article: New nurse workplace adaptation: a Walker and Avant concept analysis
New nurse workplace adaptation: a Walker and Avant concept analysis Open
Introduction High turnover among new nurses critically threatens the stability of the global healthcare workforce. While existing theories explain why new nurses struggle, they fail to clarify how new nurses successfully adapt. This gap sh…
View article: The perspective of undergraduate nursing students regarding simulation learning: Insights from Botswana
The perspective of undergraduate nursing students regarding simulation learning: Insights from Botswana Open
Background. Simulation is used in nursing education to help students attain practical skills before they are placed in a clinical setting. Its effectiveness in bridging the gap between theory and practice has been documented. Simulation mi…
View article: ATENÇÃO DE ENFERMAGEM A PACIENTES ACOMETIDOS PELAS DOENÇAS DE ALZHEIMER E PARKINSON, EM UNIDADES DE CUIDADOS PALIATIVOS
ATENÇÃO DE ENFERMAGEM A PACIENTES ACOMETIDOS PELAS DOENÇAS DE ALZHEIMER E PARKINSON, EM UNIDADES DE CUIDADOS PALIATIVOS Open
Os cuidados paliativos buscam oferecer conforto, dignidade e qualidade de vida a pacientes com doenças crônicas e progressivas, sendo a enfermagem fundamental nesse processo pelo apoio clínico e emocional prestado. Este estudo tem como obj…
View article: Generative <scp>AI</scp> at the Bedside: An Integrative Review of Applications and Implications in Clinical Nursing Practice
Generative <span>AI</span> at the Bedside: An Integrative Review of Applications and Implications in Clinical Nursing Practice Open
Aim The aim of this integrative review is to critically appraise and synthesise empirical evidence on the clinical applications, outcomes, and implications of generative artificial intelligence in nursing practice. Design Integrative revie…
View article: Editorial stances on large Language models in leading nursing publications: a cross-sectional analysis
Editorial stances on large Language models in leading nursing publications: a cross-sectional analysis Open
Leading nursing publications exhibit a fractured landscape on LLM use. While foundational agreement exists on authorship and content generation, critical areas like image creation and peer assessment lack consistent standards. This ambigui…
View article: Quality of Work Life Amongst Nurse Professionals: A Concept Analysis
Quality of Work Life Amongst Nurse Professionals: A Concept Analysis Open
Exploring Quality of Work Life (QWL) is essential, and in the context of nursing, it becomes even more relevant given the significant contributions of nurses to patient health. This study aimed to define and clarify the concept of QWL amon…
View article: Contesting Professional Nursing Values
Contesting Professional Nursing Values Open
A code of ethics, as proof of nursing professionalism, is used to promote nursing's core values. In the United States, the American Nurses Association's (ANA) Code of Ethics is accepted as the primary source for professional nursing values…
View article: Panarchy: From Ecological Theory to Mental Healthcare Practice
Panarchy: From Ecological Theory to Mental Healthcare Practice Open
View article: Exploring the Intersection of Health Services Research, Nursing and Rural Health Over 50 Years: Theoretical Foundations and New Frontiers
Exploring the Intersection of Health Services Research, Nursing and Rural Health Over 50 Years: Theoretical Foundations and New Frontiers Open
View article: Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and its Applicability in Nursing Care and Education: An Integrative Review
Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring and its Applicability in Nursing Care and Education: An Integrative Review Open
Introduction: It is important to identify the current scenario of transpersonal nursing care and how the training scenarios of the Theory of Human Care are constructed according to the precepts of Jean Watson. Objective: To integrate and a…
View article: Clicking one dot opens a whole new world: a qualitative study on using knowledge graphs in surgical nursing education
Clicking one dot opens a whole new world: a qualitative study on using knowledge graphs in surgical nursing education Open
Knowledge graphs offer innovative intelligent technology integration within blended nursing education. These tools cultivate systematic thinking, enhance surgical nursing knowledge and skill development, and enrich the comprehensive learni…
View article: Dignity in Care of Older Patients with Cancer in Korea: A Hybrid Model Concept Analysis
Dignity in Care of Older Patients with Cancer in Korea: A Hybrid Model Concept Analysis Open
Background/Objectives: This study explores the concept of dignity in care for older patients with cancer in Korea using the hybrid model. Methods: A three-phase hybrid model approach was employed for concept analysis. In the theoretical ph…
View article: Nursing Patient Classification Systems to Assess Pediatric Patients’ Nursing Complexity: An Empty Narrative Literature Review
Nursing Patient Classification Systems to Assess Pediatric Patients’ Nursing Complexity: An Empty Narrative Literature Review Open
Background/Objectives: In recent years, some hospitals have shifted from traditional to intensity-of-care-based organizational models, where patients allocation is based on the care they require. In this context, Nursing Patient Classifica…
View article: Att stärka sjuksköterskestudenters kunskap om omvårdnad
Att stärka sjuksköterskestudenters kunskap om omvårdnad Open
In nursing education, the divide between theory and practice often results in cognitive dissonance, where students struggle to connect academic content with clinical reality. At Lund University, we are addressing this challenge by integrat…
View article: “Coming to terms” - the post-burn recovery journey of parent–child dyads: A constructivist grounded theory
“Coming to terms” - the post-burn recovery journey of parent–child dyads: A constructivist grounded theory Open
The findings highlight the dyadic interconnectedness in post-burn recovery, advocating for rehabilitative frameworks that prioritise both objective clinical outcomes and subjective experiences. A family-centered approach is critical to int…
View article: Research on the Path to Improving Humanistic Literacy of Operating Room Nursing Students–Application and Practice of the ORTCC Model
Research on the Path to Improving Humanistic Literacy of Operating Room Nursing Students–Application and Practice of the ORTCC Model Open
Objective: To explore the application effect of the path for improving humanistic literacy of operating room nursing students based on the ORTCC model, in order to make up for the deficiency of systematic humanistic education in the tradit…
View article: Construction of Culture Sensitive Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing Teaching Model Based on Humanoid Robots
Construction of Culture Sensitive Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing Teaching Model Based on Humanoid Robots Open
Objective: To develop a humanoid robot-based teaching model for culturally sensitive obstetric and gynecological nursing, thereby providing a theoretical framework for innovating nursing education methodologies. Methods: A systematic searc…
View article: Research on the Application of In-situ Simulation Teaching Method Based on the Concept of Ideological and Political Education in Curriculum in the First Aid Skills of Clinical Practice Nursing Students
Research on the Application of In-situ Simulation Teaching Method Based on the Concept of Ideological and Political Education in Curriculum in the First Aid Skills of Clinical Practice Nursing Students Open
Objective: To explore the application effect of in-situ simulation teaching method based on the concept of ideological and political education in the first aid skills training of clinical practice nursing students. Methods: A randomized co…
View article: Effect of Holistic Nursing Intervention Based on Harmonious Nursing Theory on Patients in Stroke Recovery Period
Effect of Holistic Nursing Intervention Based on Harmonious Nursing Theory on Patients in Stroke Recovery Period Open
View article: Theoritical model of Responsiveness in Nursing Care: A Review
Theoritical model of Responsiveness in Nursing Care: A Review Open
Background : In nursing, responsiveness is a key component for improving service quality, patient satisfaction, and equity across healthcare systems. The purpose of this systematic review was to identify and analyze theoretical models and …
View article: Application of Katharine Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory in the Care of a Child with Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report
Application of Katharine Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory in the Care of a Child with Cerebral Palsy: A Case Report Open
Introduction: Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neuromotor disorder that affects growth, movement, muscle tone, and body posture. Children with this condition face significant limitations in daily life activities and movement ability. These limitat…
View article: Participants’ demographics.
Participants’ demographics. Open
The rapid rise of the older adult population has increased the need for family caregiving. Adult children caring for their aging parents are exposed to a range of stressors, and their experiences shape care outcomes. We aim to describe th…
View article: From knowing to being: Reclaiming the art of nursing through Benner’s theory
From knowing to being: Reclaiming the art of nursing through Benner’s theory Open
In today’s turbulent healthcare landscape, nursing education is not merely the transfer of information; rather, it is a dynamic and multidimensional process that requires clear, descriptive, practical, and human-centered models [1]. Nursin…
View article: Reed’s self-transcendence theory in nursing: A narrative review
Reed’s self-transcendence theory in nursing: A narrative review Open
Self-transcendence is a concept related to understanding how individuals achieve or maintain well-being. It is considered an innate capacity that brings meaning to life. As a significant personal resource and a powerful dimension of human …
View article: The impact of clinical simulation on bridging the theory–practice gap in nursing education: a systematic review
The impact of clinical simulation on bridging the theory–practice gap in nursing education: a systematic review Open
Simulation-based education can serve as an effective and scalable strategy to reduce the theory-practice gap in nursing education. Its success depends on sustained implementation, institutional support, and pedagogical integration. Future …
View article: Violence towards emergency nurses: an update of a narrative review of theories and frameworks
Violence towards emergency nurses: an update of a narrative review of theories and frameworks Open
Contemporary theories underscore WPV as a multifactorial issue requiring solutions that go beyond single-factor models. By examining the broader interplay among patients, staff, organizational, and environmental determinants, these framewo…
View article: Applications of Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory to improve nursing practice: A narrative review
Applications of Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory to improve nursing practice: A narrative review Open
Comfort is one of the fundamental human needs and a core concept in the nursing profession, playing a significant role in enhancing care quality and patient satisfaction. Kolcaba’s Comfort Theory, as both a theoretical and practical framew…
View article: Laclau and Mouffe's Discourse Theory: Professionalism as an Empty Signifier for Nursing
Laclau and Mouffe's Discourse Theory: Professionalism as an Empty Signifier for Nursing Open
Chantal Mouffe and Ernesto Laclau made significant developments in discourse theory, based on the premise that all practices and objects are discursive, deriving meaning through existence in a wider context. This paper introduces the work …
View article: Analysis of the Film “The Doctor” in the Context of Self Transcendence Theory
Analysis of the Film “The Doctor” in the Context of Self Transcendence Theory Open
Objective: The Self-Transcendence Theory, developed by Pamela Reed, posits that individuals can enhance their well-being by transcending self-boundaries when facing life-threatening health challenges. The film The Doctor (1991) portrays a …
View article: Understanding the phenomenon of failure to fail in unsafe prelicensure nursing students in the clinical setting: A grounded theory approach
Understanding the phenomenon of failure to fail in unsafe prelicensure nursing students in the clinical setting: A grounded theory approach Open
Failure to fail remains a significant problem in nursing education which has the potential to harm clients, staff, the reputation of the nursing program, and the profession.