Theoretical Basis for Nursing (5th Edition)
Theoretical Basis for Nursing provides a concise and contemporary foundation for understanding and applying nursing theory across various domains, including clinical practice, research, education, and administration. This acclaimed resource is designed to help nurses become well-rounded professionals by clarifying how to develop, analyze, and evaluate theory effectively.
The fifth edition features extensively researched content that is easy to read and highly engaging. It includes new chapters on ethical theories and principles to address trends in evidence-based practice, as well as educational connections that align with AACN’s Essentials for graduate nursing education. Practical applications are emphasized through real-world case studies and dedicated “Link to Practice” segments, ensuring that theoretical concepts are grounded in everyday nursing scenarios.
Key Features:
- Ethical Theories and Principles: A dedicated chapter familiarizing readers with emerging trends in evidence-based, clinically ethical practice.
- Higher Education Connections: Specialized boxes outlining important links to AACN’s “Essentials of Master’s Education” and “Essentials of Doctoral Education” to support career advancement.
- Link to Practice: Concrete examples illustrating how theory guides nursing interventions and professional practice.
- Case Studies: Scenarios designed to help students and professionals apply specific theoretical content to common everyday practice situations.
Book Details:
- Author: Melanie McEwen PhD RN, Evelyn M. Wills
- Edition: Fifth, North American Edition
- Publisher: LWW (Wolters Kluwer)
- Publication Date: February 20, 2018
- ISBN-10: 1496351207
- ISBN-13: 978-1496351203