"This very interesting book provides a good overview of the
evolution of the art and practice of
nursing...Recommended."--Choice: Current Reviews for Academic
Libraries
"This collected work by scholars Smith, Turkel, and Wolf stands
as a classic indeed. It offers nursing and related fields a
repository and living history of the evolution of nursing within a
caring science paradigm over a 40-year span from foundational ideas
and developments, to current work in education, research, and
institutional/community practices of caring The work] sustains and
advances knowledge of human caring to serve humanity."
From the Foreword by Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN- BC, FAAN
Founder, Watson Caring Science Institute
This is a core resource for nursing educators and students at
all levels who seek fundamental perspectives on the art and science
of caring. The text comprises 37 classic book chapters and journal
articles written by leaders in the field and illuminate the
evolution of the caring paradigm—from its beginnings as a
philosophical/ethical/theoretical guide to nursing, to implications
for the future development of caring science. Co-published with the
Watson Caring Science Institute (WCSI), it will also be a primary
resource for students attending WCSI programs and for in-service
education programs, especially in hospitals with, or seeking,
Magnet status. Each section features an introductory essay
illuminating important concepts, followed by reflective questions
appropriate for baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Also
included are multiple-choice questions, a variety of case studies,
a digital teacher and student resource with PowerPoints for key
ideas, and more.
The book is organized into nine sections providing an in-depth
analysis of the evolution of caring scholarship; systematic reviews
of the concept of caring; theoretical perspectives, including
conceptual orientations, middle-range theories, and grand theories;
seminal research studies; research designs and methods; practice
models for the integration of caring within contemporary
hospital-based practice environments; caring in communities and for
the environment; leadership and administrative issues with a focus
on caring and economics; and the future of caring science. Key
Features:
Presents the seminal literature on caring Co-published with the
Watson Caring Science Institute Provides reflective/critical
thinking questions tailored to academic levels For use in
baccalaureate, graduate, doctoral, and in-service education, and as
a core resource for WCSI programs Is accompanied by a digital
teacher and student guide (please contact [email protected]
to request this content)
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