Which of the Following Best Describes the Primary Purpose of Nursing

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of nursing theory?

• A) To improve nursing practice
• B) To demonstrate that nursing is a profession
• C) To organize nursing knowledge
• D) To serve as a basis for ongoing nursing research

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Definitions:

Erikson's Theory

A psychoanalytic theory of human development proposed by Erik Erikson, emphasizing eight stages of psychosocial development throughout the lifespan.

Human Consciousness

Refers to the awareness or perception of oneself and the environment, including thoughts, feelings, and sensations.

Unconscious Forces

Psychological factors that influence behavior and decision-making without an individual's conscious awareness, as theorized in psychoanalytic psychology.

Psychosocial Development

Psychosocial development refers to the theory originated by Erik Erikson that describes how individuals develop social and emotional skills across eight stages from infancy to adulthood.