Presents 25 major theories written by the original theorists or eminent scholars to help students understand the interrelationship between nursing theories and nursing practice. Covers the middle range theories and practice models that define the best outcomes and links theory to clinical practice. Addresses how to implement theory-based practice. Explores the historical and contemporary theories that are the foundation of nursing practice today. Features in-depth coverage of the development of the theories that guide nursing practice.

Preceded by Nursing theories & nursing practice / [edited by] Marlaine C. Smith, Marilyn E. Parker. Fourth edition. 2015.

An Introduction to Nursing Theory -- Conceptual Influences on the Evolution of Nursing Theory -- Conceptual Models/Grand Theories in the Interactive-Integrative Paradigm -- Conceptual Models/Grand Theories in the Unitary-Transformative Paradigm -- Grand Theories About Care or Caring -- Middle Range Theories.