NURS 609Philosop & Theor Found of Nrsg

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This course provides participants with an opportunity to examine philosophy of science as it relates to the evolution of the discipline of nursing. The distinction between the discipline and the profession of nursing is clarified. The multiple paradigms of nursing with their conceptual and theoretical modes are analyzed. There is focus on original thinking to create unique conceptualizations from synthesizing literature and various artforms. The interrelationships among philosophy, ethics, theory development, research and practice are analyzed as they relate to the theoretical basis of nursing. 3 credits. Fall semester. This is a PhD level course. Pre-Co-requisite NURS 608