Question 1

Dossey asserts _________ includes knowing, doing, and being and is a lifelong journey.&#10;A) Nursing&#10;B) Knowing&#10;C) Healing&#10;D) Growing

Accepted Answer

Dossey's assertion applies specifically to the concept of healing, as knowing, doing, and being are all necessary components of the holistic approach to health and wellness. While nursing and growing can certainly involve knowing, doing, and being, they are not as directly connected to the idea of healing as the field of medicine and other healthcare professions.

Question 2

A(n) _______ is defined as a integral nurse.&#10;A) Holistic nurse&#10;B) 21st-Century Nightingale&#10;C) Independent nurse&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

21st-Century Nightingale

Question 3

The fusion of the deepest spiritual knowledge and radical action in the world is defined as __________ by Dossey.&#10;A) Radical social activism&#10;B) Devine activism&#10;C) Scared activism&#10;D) Integral activism

Accepted Answer

Scared activism

Question 4

Clean air, food, and water are examples of:&#10;A) Social expectations.&#10;B) Environmental determinants.&#10;C) Sacred necessities.&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

Clean air, food, and water are environmental determinants because they are essential components of a healthy environment and support overall health and well-being. Social expectations and sacred necessities may contribute to these values, but they are not the primary reasons why they are important.

Question 5

For Dossey, an ________ examines values, beliefs, assumptions, meaning, purpose, and judgment related to how individuals perceive reality and relationships from interior and exterior individual as well as interior and exterior collective perspectives.

A) Integral nurse
B) Integral process
C) Integral worldview
D) Integral nursing practice

Accepted Answer

The definition provided pertains to the concept of an "Integral worldview," which involves examining various perspectives and beliefs related to how individuals perceive reality and relationships. The other options (A, B, D) do not fully capture this definition as they are either specific to the field of nursing or do not encompass the broad scope of examining values and beliefs related to perception and relationships.

Question 6

The following content component is NOT included in Dossey's Integral Nursing Theory:&#10;A) Holism&#10;B) Patterns of knowing&#10;C) Quadrants&#10;D) Healing

Accepted Answer

The answer of The following content component is NOT included...

Question 7

Dossey claims that __________ is a key concept in the Theory of Integral Nursing:&#10;A) Multidimensionality&#10;B) Symbolism&#10;C) Meaning&#10;D) Caring relationship

Accepted Answer

Dossey emphasizes the importance of meaning in the Theory of Integral Nursing, as he believes that nursing is not just a physical practice, but also involves addressing psychological, social, and spiritual needs of patients. By focusing on the meaning behind a patient's illness or experiences, nurses can provide more holistic care. Dossey also asserts that finding meaning in one's work as a nurse is essential to avoiding burnout and compassion fatigue. Therefore, meaning is a key concept in the Theory of Integral Nursing.

Question 8

Dossey considers her Theory of Integral Nursing to be at which of the following levels of theory development?&#10;A) Philosophy&#10;B) Grand&#10;C) Middle&#10;D) Practice

Accepted Answer

Dossey's Theory of Integral Nursing is considered a Grand Theory as it presents a broad perspective on the nursing field and attempts to explain universal principles and concepts of nursing practice.

Question 9

The capacity to use healing presence, to be open to the moment with no preconceived answers or goals, reflects which of the following patterns of knowing?&#10;A) Personal knowing&#10;B) Ethical knowing&#10;C) Esthetic knowing&#10;D) Not knowing

Accepted Answer

The capacity to use healing presence, to be open to the moment with no preconceived answers or goals, reflects the pattern of knowing referred to as "not knowing." This pattern of knowing involves setting aside preconceptions and being fully present and open to the situation at hand.

Question 10

________ is recognized as the first nurse theorist and integralist.&#10;A) Barbara Dossey&#10;B) Florence Nightingale&#10;C) Lillian Wald&#10;D) Ken Wilber

Accepted Answer

Florence Nightingale is recognized as the first nurse theorist and integralist. She emphasized the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment in order to promote healing and prevent illness. Her theories and practices continue to be influential in modern nursing.

Deck 13: Barbara Dosseys Theory of Integral Nursing