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Clarification And Integration Of Similar Quality Of Life Concepts, Barbara K. Haas
Clarification And Integration Of Similar Quality Of Life Concepts, Barbara K. Haas
Barbara Haas
PURPOSE: To identify major problems that obscure understanding of quality of life; to differentiate quality of life from other closely related concepts, and to offer a definition of quality of life. Quality of life is a term frequently used, but seldom defined, in nursing research. Multiple interpretations and measures make evaluating research difficult. The need to clarify concepts, develop nursing theory, and enhance communication is significant. Concept clarification is also essential for research instrument development and evaluation.