What This Document Is
This document provides a glossary of key terms used within the *Nursing as a Human Science* (NUR 300) course at Lehman College. It’s a concentrated reference for understanding the vocabulary foundational to interpersonal relationships, research, and health concepts explored in the course. The terms span areas like research methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and health/illness continuums.
Why This Document Matters
This vocabulary list is essential for students enrolled in NUR 300. It supports comprehension of course readings, lectures, and assignments. It’s particularly useful when encountering new or specialized terminology related to nursing theory, evidence-based practice, and the social context of health. Having a readily available reference ensures a shared understanding of core concepts.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is a *reference* – it defines terms, but doesn’t explain how to *apply* them in practice. It won’t substitute for in-depth study of the course material or critical thinking about the concepts. It also doesn’t cover every possible nursing term; it focuses specifically on those relevant to interpersonal relationships and the course’s theoretical underpinnings.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes definitions for terms such as: applied research, basic research, concept, conceptual framework, data, deductive reasoning, evidence-based practice (EBP), informed consent, nursing research, nursing theory, qualitative research, quantitative research, acute illness, chronic illness, disease, health disparity, health equity, and social determinants of health.
This preview *does not* include the full definitions, examples of usage, or connections between terms – only an overview of the scope of vocabulary covered.