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Methods of Acquiring Knowledge Nursing

Knowledge in nursing can be acquired through Unstructured Methods, which are informal and based on personal beliefs, and Structured Methods, which are systematic and scientific. Unstructured methods include tradition, authority, intuition, experience, and trial and error, while structured methods encompass inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, assembled information, problem solving, and the scientific method. The document emphasizes that the scientific method is the most valid approach to knowledge acquisition in nursing.

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Methods of Acquiring Knowledge Nursing

Knowledge in nursing can be acquired through Unstructured Methods, which are informal and based on personal beliefs, and Structured Methods, which are systematic and scientific. Unstructured methods include tradition, authority, intuition, experience, and trial and error, while structured methods encompass inductive reasoning, deductive reasoning, assembled information, problem solving, and the scientific method. The document emphasizes that the scientific method is the most valid approach to knowledge acquisition in nursing.

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Methods of Acquiring Knowledge in

Nursing
Knowledge can be acquired through two main types of methods: Unstructured Methods and
Structured Methods. These methods help nurses to understand, apply, and evaluate
evidence in clinical practice.

1. Unstructured Methods
These methods are informal and based on personal beliefs, experiences, and traditions.
They are not scientifically validated.

 Tradition: Knowledge passed down through generations (e.g., applying turmeric on


wounds).
 Authority: Accepting knowledge because it comes from an expert or respected person
(e.g., doctor’s advice).
 Intuition: Knowing something without evidence or reasoning – a 'gut feeling.'
 Experience: Gained through practice and past events (e.g., recognizing early signs of
infection).
 Trial and Error: Learning by trying different methods until one works (can be time-
consuming and risky).

2. Structured Methods
These are systematic and scientific approaches to acquiring knowledge. They are used in
nursing research and evidence-based practice.

 Inductive Reasoning: Drawing general conclusions from specific observations. Used in


qualitative research.
 Deductive Reasoning: Testing a general theory with specific cases. Used in quantitative
research.
 Assembled Information: Using existing data or records (e.g., hospital reports).
 Problem Solving: Step-by-step process to find a solution to a clinical problem.
 Scientific Method / Research: Most reliable method involving hypothesis, testing, and
analysis. Follows an evidence-based approach.

Tips to Present in Exam (for 5 Marks)


1. Start with a definition of knowledge acquisition.
2. Classify into Unstructured and Structured methods.
3. Explain 2–3 methods from each with examples.
4. Conclude by mentioning that the scientific method is the most valid.
References
1. Sharma K.S. – Nursing Research and Statistics
2. Polit & Beck – Essentials of Nursing Research
3. Nima Bhaskar – Nursing Research and Statistics

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