title: Sources of knowledge in nursing.
abstract: This article provides a brief overview of the various sources and types of nursing knowledge, highlighting their similarities and differences. The authors investigate the underlying principles and the strengths and weaknesses of such knowledge. This should enable the professional to decide which is the most appropriate source (both to the patient/client and the professional) to meet a particular demand.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Behi
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Nolan
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D015399:Nursing Research / Q000379:methods*