Humanistic Nursing by Josephine G. Paterson (with Loretta T. Zderad) presents an existential and phenomenological theory of nursing centred on the lived, human encounter between nurse and patient. Drawing on philosophy, the authors describe nursing as a dialogue and a shared experience, emphasising presence, meaning, and the well-being of both caregiver and the one cared for.
This free EPUB edition has been carefully cleaned and formatted for modern e-readers. A notable contribution to nursing theory grounded in humanistic and existential philosophy, the work will interest readers exploring the philosophical foundations of care.