The most complete and detailed book devoted to middle range theories, this book examines theories and their applications in clinical nursing research and practice. The authors provide expert advice on selecting an appropriate theory for a nursing research project and on critiquing theories. The most frequently cited middle range nursing theories are explored in individual chapters. Each theory chapter includes examples of the theory’s use in research, sample application of the theory, analysis exercises, and critical thinking exercises. The 3rd Edition includes new chapters on Attachment theory and the Shuler Nurse Practitioner Practice Model.
• NEW! New chapters included on Attachment and the Shuler Nurse Practitioner Practice Model.
• Definitions of Key Terms appear at the beginning of each chapter to define concepts and aid the reader's understanding of the theory.
• Using Middle Range Theories boxes provide examples of how the theory has been used in published research.
• Research Application boxes provide a sample application of the theory modeling the research process.
• Analysis Exercises appear at the end of each theory chapter, allowing readers to arrive at their own conclusions about the theory and then compare them to a nurse scholar's evaluation provided in Appendix A.
• Critical Thinking Exercises at the end of each chapter engage readers in analysis of the theory and its application to practice.
• Instruments are discussed in the chapters, with specific examples provided in Appendix B.