"This dictionary is probably the answer to the prayers of graduate students in many corners of the world. It is an urgently and much needed text that will complement all theory and research books.This book represents an important milestone in the language of nursing knowledge." -Afaf I. Meleis, PhD, DrPS (HON), FAAN, Professor, School of Nursing, University of Pennsylvania "This reference is valuable to scholars at all levels of nursing and is especially useful to researchers. Explanatory notes to guide the reader increase ease of use. The terms on philosophy and theory integrate qualitative and quantitative approaches to inquiry by covering the use terms by various authors. The range of terms is extensive and the value of many entries is enhanced by comments that place the term in historical context.
Yet, the entries are succinct and clearly written. With this volume at hand consumers of research and theory will learn more easily and quickly." ---Molly (Mickey) Dougherty, PhD, RN, Professor of Nursing, U. of N. Carolina; Editor, Nursing Research "What distinguishes this Dictionary from others are its attention to the diversity in inquiry and distinctively nursing 'takes' on key concepts in theory and research. This Dictionary will be a welcome addition to the libraries of both new and experienced researchers." ---- Margarete Sandelowski, Cary C. Boshamer Professor, School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill "The exceptional readabiliity and convenient size of this dictionary make it a wonderful companion to any nurse seeking to demystify the phenomena of nursing theory and research.
"-- Nursing Research (review of previous edition) An excellent collection of information essential to all nurses, not only those involved in research but also practicing nurses interested in innovation and change. Students at all academic levels will find it particularly useful. The definitions of terms are clear and accurate and the range of topics is comprehensive, with frequent cross-referencing and citations given from relevant literature."-- Nursing Times (From a previous edition).