A reflexive thematic analysis of the patterns of knowing in wound management amongst specialist and generalist nurses

ConclusionThe knowledge that nurses apply in wound management is multidimensional, contextual, and highly integrated; with components that are unique from nursing knowledge in the wider sense. Although the patterns of knowing in wound management are well integrated, they are not equally represented and the types of knowledge that nurses demonstrate is not consistently aligned with those that they value.ImpactSignificant distinctions were not found between wound management specialist and generalists, however specific traits were identified in the knowledge development of those working in a community role and industry represents a unique influencing factor in the context of wound management knowledge formation.
Source: Nursing Forum - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: RESEARCH MANUSCRIPT Source Type: research