How Long to Read Nursing Theorists and Their Work

How Long Does it Take to Read Nursing Theorists and Their Work?

It takes the average reader 13 hours to read Nursing Theorists and Their Work by Martha Raile Alligood, PhD, RN, ANEF

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

The most comprehensive of its kind, Nursing Theorists and Their Work, 8th Edition provides an in-depth look at 39 theorists of historical, international, and significant importance. Each chapter features a clear, consistent presentation of a key nursing philosophy or theory. Case studies, critical thinking activities, and in-depth objective critiques of nursing theories help bridge the gap between theory and application. Critical Thinking Activities at the end of each theorist chapter help you to process the theory presented and apply it to personal and hypothetical practice situations.A case study at the end of each theorist chapter puts the theory into a larger perspective, demonstrating how it can be applied to practice.A Brief Summary in each theorist chapter helps you review for tests and confirm your comprehension.A Major Concepts & Definitions box included in each theorist chapter outlines the theory's most significant ideas and clarifies content-specific vocabulary.Each theorist chapter is written by a scholar specializing in that particular theorist's work, often having worked closely with the theorists, to provide the most accurate and complete information possible. Beginning chapters provide a strong foundation on the history and philosophy of science, logical reasoning, and the theory development process.Diagrams for theories help you visualize and better understand inherently abstract concepts.Pictures of theorists, as well as a listing of contact information for each individual, enables you to contact the source of information directly.Theorist chapters have been reviewed and edited by the theorist, validating the accounts set forth in the text for currency and accuracy.An extensive bibliography at the conclusion of each theorist chapter outlines numerous primary and secondary sources of information, ideal for both undergraduate and graduate research projects. NEW! Quotes from the theorist make each complex theory more memorable.NEW! Chapter on Afaf Meleis profiles a theorist who has shaped theoretical development in nursing and explores her "transition theory."NEW! Need to Know Information is highlighted to streamline long, complex passages and help you review key concepts.NEW! Points for Further Study at the end of each chapter direct you to assets available for additional information.

How long is Nursing Theorists and Their Work?

Nursing Theorists and Their Work by Martha Raile Alligood, PhD, RN, ANEF is 765 pages long, and a total of 195,075 words.

This makes it 258% the length of the average book. It also has 238% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Nursing Theorists and Their Work Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 17 hours and 45 minutes to read Nursing Theorists and Their Work aloud.

What Reading Level is Nursing Theorists and Their Work?

Nursing Theorists and Their Work is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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