title: Developing a philosophy for nursing practice.
abstract: Establishing a nursing philosophy is the first step in achieving an integrated approach to nursing care provision. A nursing philosophy should reflect the beliefs and values of the whole nursing team. It should be realistic and manifested through nursing action. Implementing change in professional practice requires thorough planning. This encompasses identifying and involving the target group and selecting the most appropriate strategy.
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Andrews
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Amphlett
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D009732:Nursing Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D010687:Philosophy, Nursing; D016730:Program Development