The discipline of nursing has “a unique perspective, a distinct way of

QUESTION

The discipline of nursing has “a unique perspective, a distinct way of viewing all phenomena, which ultimately defines and limits the nature of its inquiry,” related to (Select all that apply.)

a. principles and laws that govern the life processes, well-being, and optimum functioning of human beings, sick or well.
b. patterning of human behavior in interaction with the environment in critical life situations.
c. processes by which positive changes in health status are affected.
d. processes by which negative changes in health status are affected.
e. patterning of human behavior in interaction with the environment in every life situation.
f. principles and laws that govern the life processes, well-being, and optimum functioning of human beings, in relation to wellness only.

ANSWER:

ANS: A, B, C
Donaldson and Crowley characterize the discipline of nursing as having “a unique perspective, a distinct way of viewing all phenomena, which ultimately defines and limits the nature of its inquiry,” related to “Principles and laws that govern the life processes, well-being, and optimum functioning of human beings, sick or well; patterning of human behavior in interaction with the environment in critical life situations; and processes by which positive changes in health status are affected.”