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Nursing Research Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks ch. 8

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Theory   another means of identifying problem for research study **plays an important role in research process**  
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Hierarchy of Knowledge   1. Laws 2. Theories 3. Concepts 4. Hypotheses 5. Stories  
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Hierarchy of Knowledge: Laws   invariable depictions of relationships among variables or phenomena  
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Hierarchy of Knowledge: Theories   abstract generalizations explaining variables or phenomena  
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Hierarchy of Knowledge: Concepts   abstract representations of observed variables or phenomena  
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Hierarchy of Knowledge: Hypotheses   quantitative predictions of relationships  
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Hierarchy of Knowledge: Stories   qualitative patterns of experiences  
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Examples of Laws   -nature -gravity -conservation of mass -Boyle's  
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Theory   abstract generalization concerning a set of interrelated concepts that specify the nature of a relationship between variables or phenomena  
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Purpose of Theory   aids in understanding a problem; gives meaning to research findings, values, beliefs, relationships, and experiences; provides framework that describes, explains, or predicts variables or phenomena **reinforced by hypothesis testing**  
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Examples of Theories   -evolution -personality -stress -infection -aging -pain -development -death and dying  
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Concept   abstract representation describing observations of variables or phenomena (Construct - invented or "constructed" complex concept)  
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Purpose of Concept   enables communication of meanings about objects, characteristics, behaviors, or processes; provides a framework that describes and links variables or phenomena  
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Examples of Concepts   -love -depression -grief -self image -self efficacy -health promotion -nursing process -models of nursing  
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Framework   theoretical or conceptual structure of a study  
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Purpose of Framework   aids in defining theory or concept; aids in determining design; communicates how variables or phenomena "fit together"  
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What section of a report is the Framework most commonly found in?   The Intro section  
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Example of a Framework   Theory of Infection Pathogen:bacteria, fungi, protozoas I Means of Transmission I Portals of Entry:mouth, nose, skin I Susceptibility of Host:lower immune system, genetics, lack of sleep, inadequate nutrition, lack of exercise  
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Models of Nursing   -10+ models developed in 1980s-2000s -focus on 4 concepts: person, environment, health, nursing *Roger's Science of Unitary Beings *Roy's Adaptation Model *Parse's Theory of Human Becoming *Orem's Self-care deficit model *Watson's theory of Car  
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