NR501 Week 3: Steps of Concept Analysis

Select a nursing concept, supported by a nursing theory, and address the following components included in a concept analysis:

• Definition of concept
• Identification of three attributes of the concept
• Description of one antecedent and one consequence of the concept
• Identification of two empirical referents
• Brief explanation of theoretical applications of the concept (How is the concept relevant to a nursing theory?)

This information does not have to be comprehensive but provides a foundation to the upcoming assignment. Be sure to include scholarly references.