Nursing theory is a major part of all nursing courses and nurses are encouragedto use theories in practice but it is not always easy for the student to makea re... » 

Nursing theory is a major part of all nursing courses and nurses are encouragedto use theories in practice but it is not always easy for the student to makea real connection between the two. Drawing on many years experience ofteaching and research Hugh McKenna addresses the theory needs of both studentsand qualified staff. He demystifies the confusing terminology associated withnursing theory and shows how all nurses can build theory from practice throughreflection and analysis. This text offers stepbystep guidelines on how to analyse concepts how to generate and select theory how to apply and test theory in practice.Written in a friendly easy to read style Nursing Theories and Models putsforward realistic strategies for bridging the theorypractice gap. «