Operational definition

They do a great job with definitions and explaining the concept. They talk about intuition in relation to Benner’s different stages of nurses. They clearly point out that intuition is present in all phase of nursing development. They describe the findings of different researchers and how even novice nurses provide better nursing care in a more timely manner when they use their intuition along with their nursing knowledge. The authors clearly identify the facets identified as necessary for analysis. Although they failed to clearly identify the conceptual and operational definitions there is some inference to be made. The analysis clearly identifies measurement tools and describes what might be practical uses of this concept in the present and…

Aggression In general terms, aggression is a forceful and violent action exhibited towards others. When working with individual’s, the operational definition of aggression is not a one size fits all definition. Aggression exhibited by individuals with developmental disabilities is often a learned behavior that achieves a desired outcome (Bronsan & Healy, 2011). The definition of aggression must be customized to the individual displaying the behavior. In the instance of physical aggression, for…

In terms of a nominal definition, we look at class as a specific system used throughout society, which divides people based on their social or economic status. We will also be measuring this term using qualitative data. In order to better measure class, it is important that we focus on the empirical indicators associated with it, specifically, one’s economic net worth, as well as their cultural and political status within society. With these, we are able to form an operational definition, which…

The following paper will explore the concept of business strategy, and why it is important in business management today. To do this we will explore how the meaning of strategy has evolved over time. As well as defining how strategy differs to operational issues, and what implications this has for managers. Building on this we will discuss how strategy is able to assist managers and business with coping with uncertainty around activities. Finally, the author will present their personal…

Four definitions were found to be contenders in this research paper’s definition of “violence”. The first definition is from Gerbner which he first defined in his cultivation theory in 1976. He defined violence as such, “the overt expression of physical forces against others or self, or the compelling of action against one’s will on pain of being hurt or killed”. The second definition is from Bandura (1983) where he defines aggression as a “behavior that results in personal injury and physical…

In the article, The Role of Definition, the author discusses how a mere definition can affect the way a student will interpret information. A definition can contain concepts that are difficult to understand and will hamper a student’s ability to learn. As math in the classroom progresses, The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics recommends that the students create their own definitions of for mathematical terminology with the modification from a teacher. This is done to get the student to…

In the dialogue Euthyphro, Socrates inquires into the nature of piety and goodness by questioning Euthyphro, whom Socrates deems to be somewhat of an expert on moral matters. Euthyphro defines piety as being that which the gods love. Socrates argues that this definition brings about a dilemma (named the Euthyphro dilemma) that Socrates believes has only two options, both of which challenge the common role that god and religion play in relation to morality. I will argue that perhaps these two…

A true friend accepts who you are but also helps you become who you are supposed to be. The definition of a true friend has changed over time. “The Japanese have a term, Kenzoku, which translated means “family”. The connotation suggests a bond between people who’ve made a similar commitment and share a similar destiny. It implies the presence of the deepest connection of friendship, of lives lived as comrades from the distant past.” (Lickerman, Alex. “The True Meaning of Friendship.” Psychology…

The Character of Work The simple definition of work as provided by Meriam-Webster is “a job or activity that you do regularly, especially in order to earn money” (Work, n.d.). While, this is a simple definition of work, I believe it is not the type of work that defines a person but their work character which defines them. To understand the importance of what one does to earn a living, and whether or not work defines them, one should explore these ideas through the works of Dorothy Sayers,…

by irregularities in normal body functioning (“History of Stress”, n.d.). According to R.B. Malmo, Selye 's personality may have been poorly tailored for detailed examinations. From the psychologist 's point of view, Selye lacked the ability to comprise vigilant, thorough analysis of the stressful situations and of the coping mechanisms (93). As a means of coping with stress people use different mechanisms such as avoidance and approach coping. Avoidance coping is coping with stress in a way…