Analysis of the ‘Rural Nursing’ Concept According to Walker and Avant’s Model
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https://doi.org/10.5294/aqui.2024.24.4.8Keywords:
Rural nursing, nursing care, standardized nursing terminology, concept formation, rural population healthAbstract
Introduction: Rural nursing as a working field is not yet well established, and there are no studies dedicated to elucidating its concept. In this regard, explaining this concept helps to unveil the field of rural nursing, as well as strengthen the construction of the rural nursing team’s identity and nursing as an academic subject, based on the advancement of knowledge. Objective: To analyze the “rural nursing” concept. Materials and Methods: This is a theoretical analysis study, based on Walker and Avant’s analytical model, with the aim of examining the structure and function of the concept. The study was based on a scoping review of official databases and other sources. Data collection indicators included the publication year of the studies included in the sample, the publication country, identification of the use of the concept, precedents, consequences, defining attributes, and empirical references of the concept. Results: The rural nursing concept contains 12 attributes, 30 precedents and consequences, and two empirical references, and is defined as nursing practice in rural areas, according to the definition adopted by each country, by qualified and specialized professionals, with diverse skills, who work understanding the needs of the rural population and its socio-cultural aspects, and providing holistic care for the population, which may become part of it. Conclusion: The correct application of the concept contributes to establishing the professional identity of rural nurses and strengthening nursing as a subject and science, based on the production and advancement of knowledge.
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