The Philosophy of Nursing: A Comprehensive Handbook

Philosophy offers a powerful tool for nurses to explore and tackle the complex questions and issues that arise in their daily practice, research, scholarship, and education. By delving into philosophical discussions, nurses can gain a deeper understanding of their profession and develop new perspectives on nursing.

A Foundational Guide to Nursing Philosophy

This Handbook is divided into seven sections, starting with a foundational chapter that examines the relationship between philosophy and nursing, as well as nursing theory. The subsequent sections explore a wide range of philosophical issues relevant to nursing knowledge and activity, including:

• Philosophy and nursing: Exploring the intersection of philosophy and nursing
• Philosophy and science: Understanding the connections between philosophy and scientific inquiry in nursing
• Nursing theory: Examining the philosophical foundations of nursing theory
• Ethical dimension of nursing: Investigating the moral principles guiding nursing practice
• Philosophic questions in patient care: Addressing the complex ethical issues in patient care
• Socio-contextual and political concerns in nursing: Unpacking the social and political dimensions of nursing
• Difficulties in speech, courage, and race/otherness: Exploring the complexities of human interaction in nursing
• Philosophic questions in scholarship, research, and technology: Investigating the role of philosophy in nursing research and scholarship

With contributions from international experts, this Handbook provides a vital reference for nurses, students, researchers, and educators interested in exploring the philosophical underpinnings of their profession.

Publication Details:

Published by Taylor and Francis
Release Date: September 19, 2023
Language: English
ISBN: 9781032114606, 9781000928891