Theoretical Basis for Nursing a contemporary and concise nursing theory textbook, focuses on the application of theory, as well as the study, analysis, and critique of theories. This approach will inspire you to appreciate nursing theory and its ability to transform nursing practice, while helping to build skills you will use in developing, analyzing, and evaluating theory in your future nursing career. Special Features in this Book, Case Studies showcase how the content relates to the everyday experience of the nurse. Learning Activities pose critical thinking question, suggest learning activities, and simulate classroom discussion. Chapter Summaries and Key Points recap main points in the chapter to aid student understanding of essential content. Link to Practice boxes make theory "come alive" and relate the theory to nursing practice. Special Features on the Point, Visit thePoint using the code in the front of this textbook to find even more learning resources!, Interactive Literature Assessment Activity, Case Studies, Learning Objectives, Weblinks Book jacket.