Chapter 5

Theoretical and Conceptual Frameworks

OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this chapter the learner will be able to:

Define theory and nursing theory

Explain the elements, components, role, and functions of a theory

Understand the meaning of concept, construct, proposition, hypothesis, and model

Define model, conceptual model, and conceptual map

Explain the meaning of framework and theoretical, conceptual, and study frameworks

Differentiate among theoretical, conceptual, and study frameworks

Describe the basics of framework for research

Understand the nature of theoretical and conceptual frameworks

Enlist the purposes of having framework in research

Explain the framework linking nursing research to nursing practice

Describe the steps of ...

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