Philosophies and Theories for Advanced Nursing Practice explains where nursing theory comes from and how to apply it in practice.

Janie B. Butts and Karen L. Rich move from philosophy of science through grand nursing theories, middle range practice theories and interdisciplinary theories drawn from the social sciences and health policy. It suits MSN, DNP and PhD students building a theoretical framework, plus practising APRNs and nurse educators. Jones and Bartlett Learning paperback, ISBN 9781284228823.