Myth and symbol in nursing theories.
Nursing theories are like myths, in that they contain symbolic representations that tell a story about nursing, and these stories represent or explain nursing's image, worldview, beliefs, and practices. Five theories are analyzed to identify the myths that they represent. It is proposed that uncovering the myth in nursing theories will help to communicate nursing brands that convey the essence and value of nursing.
Pilkington
F Beryl
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School of Nursing, York University, Toronto, Canada. bpilking@yorku.ca
D003142:Communication; D004645:Empathy; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006694:Holistic Health; D006803:Human Development; D006801:Humans; D009229:Mythology; D033262:Narration; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D009742:Nursing Theory; D010687:Philosophy, Nursing; D012648:Self Care; D013561:Symbolism; D013598:Systems Theory