2003 Volume 13 Issue 2 Pages 1-15
Part I of this study aims at showing our basic theory of "reflective practice in nursing" derived from Schon's theory. We used the theory derivation strategy described by Walker and Avant (1995). We analyzed the principal concepts of Schon's theory and described them in relation to the nursing field based on analogies and attempted a theoretical expansion. The principal concepts were: "reflection-in-action". "reflection on-action", "function of reflection" and the stance required of reflective practitioners. "Reflective practice in nursing" was characterized as an in-depth examination of issues arising during involvement with clients and the reframing of problem situations. Next, we analyzed the interrelationships between these concepts. and presented the framework of "reflective practice in nursing" and a practical model. The structure of the theory was clearly defined, and it allowed for many nurses to have insight to review their own practical cases.
Another aim of this study was the evaluation of the usefulness of this theory in practical nursing cases, so the second part of this study shows some cases from this viewpoint.
