Structure of Knowledge Flashcards
Science came from the Latin word “_______” meaning knowledge.
scientia
A systematically organized body of knowledge about a particular subject.
Science
Is performing the process of observation, description, experimental, investigation and theoretical explanation of natural phenomenon.
Science
General awareness, understanding or possession of information, facts, ideas, truths or principles.
Knowledge
Information, skills and expertise acquired by a person through various experiences or through formal/informal learning.
Knowledge
The 3 Sources of Knowledge are:
- Traditional
- Authoritative
- Scientific
Nursing practice which is passed down from generation to generation.
Traditional
It is an idea by a person of authority which is perceived as true because of his or her expertise.
Authoritative
Knowledge came from a scientific method through research.
Scientific
Is an organized system of accepted knowledge that is composed of concepts, propositions, definitions and assumptions intended to explain a set of fact, event or phenomena.
Theory
A group of related concepts that propose actions that guide practice.
Theory
An idea, belief, view, notion, thought, perception, impression;
are building blocks of theories.
Concept
A concept enhances one’s capacity to understand __________ as it helps define the meaning.
phenomena
The 2 Types of Concept are:
- Abstract concept
- Concrete concept
They are indirectly observed. It is independent on time and place.
Abstract concept
They are directly observed. Specific to time and place.
Concrete concept
Statements that explains the relationships of different concept.
Proposition
Is composed of various descriptions which convey a general meaning and reduces the vagueness in understanding a set of concepts.
Definition
Is a statement that specifies the relationship or connection of factual concepts or phenomena.
Assumption
A fact or occurrence that can be observed
something notable; excites people’s interest and curiosity.
Phenomenon
It is concerned with the purpose of human life, the nature of being and reality, the theory and limits of knowledge.
Philosophy
It is the use of rational senses in ensuring the truthfulness of a phenomenon.
Rationalism
It is a form of deductive reasoning where
you understand the whole first before you can appreciate the lesser parts.
Rationalism
It is the way of looking at the reality using the five senses.
Empiricism
