Changing the perspective on specialized knowledge in nursing: an epistemological debate

Authors

  • Rafael Celestino da Silva Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro; Escola de Enfermagem Anna Nery
  • Márcia de Assunção Ferreira Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro; Escola de Enfermagem Anna Nery

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692008000600017

Keywords:

biomedical technology, nursing care, nursing, intensive care units, specialties nursing

Abstract

This theoretical study results from the observation and problematization of inexperienced nurses' insertion in technological environments, which requires specialized knowledge and practices. We pose the question if the use of this knowledge leads to a fragmented practice. The objective is to discuss the specialized knowledge necessary for nursing work in this setting, at the light of the principles that guide the new scientific paradigm. A bibliographical survey and literature review were carried out. The discussion is based on the assertion that, although specialized knowledge originates in a reductionist, objective, rational and mechanistic paradigm, its application in specialized nursing practice is not necessarily based on these principles, but on the scientific paradigm that guides them as individuals in the world. This suggests a change in the perspective on this issue.

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Published

2008-12-01

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 6 (2008)

Section

Review Articles

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How to Cite

Changing the perspective on specialized knowledge in nursing: an epistemological debate. (2008). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 16(6), 1042-1048. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0104-11692008000600017