Linking the Unitary Paradigm to Policy through a Synthesis of Caring Science and Integrative Nursing. (July 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Koithan, Mary S.; Kreitzer, Mary Jo; Watson, Jean
• Is Part Of: Nursing science quarterly. Volume 30:Number 3(2017:Jul.)
• Page Start: 262
• Page End: 268
• Publication Date: 2017-07
• Subjects: caring science -- integrative nursing -- policy -- unitary paradigm; Nursing -- Periodicals; 610.7305
• DOI: 10.1177/0894318417708415
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0894-3184

Abstract

The principles of integrative nursing and caring science align with the unitary paradigm in a way that can inform and shape nursing knowledge, patient care delivery across populations and settings, and new healthcare policy. The proposed policies may transform the healthcare system in a way that supports nursing praxis and honors the discipline's unitary paradigm. This call to action provides a distinct and hopeful vision of a healthcare system that is accessible, equitable, safe, patient-centered, and affordable. In these challenging times, it is the unitary paradigm and nursing wisdom that offer a clear path forward.