Philosophies and Theories for Advanced Nursing Practice - 4th Edition

"Philosophies and Theories for Advanced Nursing Practice, Fourth Edition" offers a solid foundation of nursing models and interdisciplinary theories, helping nurses develop their own nursing philosophies. This book is ideal for students who need an introduction to philosophy and theory construction, as well as for nurses looking to analyze and apply these theories in advanced practice. It serves as a comprehensive guide for graduate nursing students and advanced practice nurses, covering both middle-range practice theory and various nursing and interdisciplinary theories. Students can use this resource for graduate projects, while APRNs will find valuable research for improving patient care. The Fourth Edition includes a new chapter on public health theory related to pandemics, disaster nursing, and environmental health crises, along with content on health disparities and gender theory. It also features updated case studies and a new comprehensive grid with suggestions for applying philosophies and theories in research and clinical practice.