Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses

concepts
conceptual definitions
construct
empirical indicators

metaparadigm

model

operational definitions

proposition

theoretical framework

theory

KEY TERMS

At the end of this chapter, you will be able to:

‹ Define the terms theory and research
as they relate to the practice of
nursing
‹ Distinguish between conceptual and
empirical definitions
‹ Describe how theory and research
influence each other in a professional
discipline

‹ Apply the language of the discipline

in describing the relevance of linking

theory, research, and practice in

nursing

‹ Discuss how honoring prior work

ethically builds nursing knowledge

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES