by Melanie McEwen PhD RN (Author), Evelyn M. Wills PhD RN (Author)

Enhance clinical practice with a clear understanding of nursing theory.

Access the essential information you need to understand and apply theory in practice, research, education, and administration/management. The most concise and contemporary nursing theory resource available, Theoretical Basis for Nursing , 5th Edition , clarifies the application of theory and helps you become a more confident, well-rounded nurse. This acclaimed text is extensively researched and easy to read, giving you an engaging, approachable guide to developing, analyzing, and evaluating theory in your nursing career.

• NEW Ethical Theories and Principles chapter familiarizes you with emerging trends in evidence-based, clinically ethical practice.
• NEW higher education boxes outline important connections with AACN’s “Essentials of Master’s Education” and “Essentials of Doctoral Education” to help you advance your nursing career prospects through additional education.
• Link to Practice boxes provide concrete examples of how theory guides nursing practice.
• Case Studies help you apply specific content to common scenarios encountered in everyday practice.
• Learning Activities test your understanding of key concepts.
• Chapter Summaries and Key Points recap important chapter content at a glance.
• Online Literature Assessment Activity and case studies challenge you to think critically about textbook content.