Deck 2: Theory As the Basis for Practice

Question 1

Propositions in a theory are the descriptions and relationship among the constructs that:

A) Develop a theory that includes factor-isolating
B) Propose how the concepts are linked and relate to each other
C) Describe the significance, consistency, and scope of the theory
D) All of the above

Answer 1

Propose how the concepts are linked and relate to each other

Question 2

Theory is defined as "a set of interrelated constructs (concepts),definitions,and propositions that present a systematic view of phenomena by specifying relations among variables,with the purpose of explaining and predicting the phenomena" by:

A) Piaget
B) Barnum
C) Kerlinger and Lee
D) Erikson and Piaget

Answer 2

Kerlinger and Lee

Question 3

A concept:

A) Is less complex than a construct
B) Can be highly concrete or highly abstract
C) Provides a view we hold about something
D) All of the above

Answer 3

All of the above

Question 4

In research,variables relate to some concept in the theory under study.

Question 5

Kerlinger and Lee (2000)defined the aims or purpose of theory as describing or explaining some phenomena of interest.

Question 6

"A set of interrelated constructs (concepts),definitions,and propositions that present a systematic view of phenomena by specifying relations among variables,with the purpose of explaining and predicting the phenomena" is the definition of a:

A) Theory
B) Paradigm
C) Framework
D) Phenomena

Question 7

Barnum (1990)described early nursing theories: "A high number of [boundary] overlaps occur in the discipline of nursing because it often attempts to deal holistically with a phenomenon (man)that has previously been dealt with in compartmentalized ways by other disciplines."

Question 8

Quantum theory has provided some of the basis for advances in technology.

Question 9

A graphic representation of a phenomenon is a:

A) Framework
B) Metaparadigm
C) Philosophy
D) Model

Question 10

The classification of grand,middle range,or limited applies to:

A) Phenomena
B) Quantum theory
C) Statistical probabilities
D) Theories

Question 11

Theories are classified as grand,middle range,or limited on the base of their:

A) Purpose
B) Theoretical base
C) Interdependence
D) Scope and breadth

Question 12

A theory can evolve from a:

A) Conceptual model
B) Phenomenon
C) Philosophy
D) Paradigm

Question 13

Theory,practice,and research are interrelated and interdependent.

Question 14

Laughlin (2005)proposed that "professional [nursing] practice requires a systematic approach that is focused on the patient,and the theoretical works provide just such perspectives of the patient."