Research article summary (published 29 Jun 2007):

Preconceptions: a concept analysis for nursing.

Full Abstract

This paper presents a concept analysis of preconceptions. Although the concept of preconceptions has been widely used in the literature across many disciplines, it is not well defined or differentiated from its related concepts. The Walker and Avant (1995) method of concept analysis is used as a framework for this investigation. A synthesized definition of the term is presented and implications for nursing are discussed. Preconceptions have a significant impact on learning and critical-thinking ability. The challenge for educators is to recognize and manage these preconceptions to ensure an effective learning experience. It is only until the concept of preconception is defined and clarified that this challenge can be met.

Author information

Author/s: Leh, Sandra Kundrik (SK);

Affiliation: Cedar Crest College, Allentown, PA, USA. skleh(-atsign-)cedarcrest.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article; Review

Journal: Nursing forum (Nurs Forum), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: -2007 Jul-Sep; vol 42 (issue 3) : pp 109-22

Dates: Created 2007/07/30; Completed 2007/10/25;

PMID: 17661803, status: MEDLINE (last retrieved date: 2/18/2009)

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Anxiety - psychology Attitude of Health Personnel Concept Formation Confusion - psychology Decision Making Education, Nursing - organization & administration Fear Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice Humans Illusions Memory Models, Educational

Models, Nursing Models, Psychological Perception Philosophy, Nursing Prejudice Psychology, Educational Sensation Set (Psychology) Stereotyping Symbolism Thinking Uncertainty

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