COMPONENTS Flashcards
(10 cards)
These are the basic building blocks of a theory that describe or label phenomena
Concepts
They provide a framework for understanding the “whys” of nursing actions.
Concepts
CONCEPTS
CONSERVATION, ADAPTATION, WHOLENESS
King’s theory of goal attainment examples in Concepts
personal, interpersonal, social systems
These convey the general meaning of concepts within a theory and describe how to measure them. They help clarify the meaning of constructs, relationships, and variables.
Definitions
These are statements that are taken for granted and form the foundation of a theory.
Assumptions
They determine the nature, definitions, purpose, relationships, and structure of the theory
Assumptions
This is an aspect of reality that can be sensed or experienced
Phenomenon
levine’s conservation model phenomenon
person, nursing, health, environment
king’s goal attainment phenomenon
social systems, health, perceptions, interpersonal relationships