1. Which of the following is a definition of nursing theory?

a) A set of concepts, definitions, relationships, and

assumptions that describe nursing phenomena

b) A systematic process of collecting and analyzing data to

solve a clinical problem

c) A framework for organizing and communicating nursing

knowledge and practice

d) A collection of principles and laws that guide nursing

actions

Answer: A

Rationale: A nursing theory is a set of concepts, definitions,

relationships, and assumptions that describe nursing

phenomena. A nursing process is a systematic process of

collecting and analyzing data to solve a clinical problem. A

nursing model is a framework for organizing and

communicating nursing knowledge and practice. A nursing

science is a collection of principles and laws that guide nursing

actions.