Grounding nursing research in theories from other disciplines is argue

Grounding nursing research in theories from other disciplines is argued to be undesirable by some scholars. The reasons for this are which of the following?

1. It detracts from developing nursing as a separate discipline.
2. It makes nursing less relevant.
3. It helps bring a broader perspective and insight to nursing.
4. Other disciplines are not unique to the human condition.
5. Other disciplines get the benefit of nursing’s research.

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 1,2,5
Rationale 1: Some nursing scholars think that grounding research in theories from other disciplines detracts from the development of nursing as a separate discipline.
Rationale 2: Some nursing scholars think that grounding research in theories from other disciplines makes nursing research less relevant.
Rationale 3: Some scholars believe that bringing insights and perspectives from other disciplines helps to broaden values of the profession.
Rationale 4: Other disciplines are attentive to the human condition.
Rationale 5: Other disciplines regularly share research findings, and it does not detract from the professional source.