Abstract

RODRIGUEZ CAMPO, V.A.  and  VALENZUELA SUAZO, S.. Swanson's care theory and her fundamental ideas, a mid-range theory for professional nursing in Chile. Enferm. glob. [online]. 2012, vol.11, n.28, pp.316-322. ISSN 1695-6141.

The structure of knowledge is based on theories that allow the work of a Nursing Professional. Objective: To analyze Kristen Swanson's Care Theory to support Nursing's professional health care in Chile. Methodology: A revision of the bibliography was performed on the databases scielo, lilacs and pubmed. Results: The theories encourage the creation of knowledge, they perfect the health care practices and provide the fundamentals for Nursing's professional care. Conclusion: The Care Management Role given to the nursing professionals in Chile can and should be backed up by theoretical knowledge that will insure quality care towards the patient.

Keywords : Theory; Care Management; Nursing.

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