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- The contribution of theory building to the development of nursing knowledgePublication . Lacerda, Maria Ribeiro; Santos, Maria Irene Mendes Pedro; Tonin, Luana; Diogo, Paula Manuela JorgeBackground: The evolution of nursing theory since the 1950s has had a significant impact on the dis-cipline, education, and practice of nursing, resulting in the creation of a distinct body of knowledge.Objective: To reflect on theory building as a contribution to the development of nursing knowledge.Methodology: A theoretical-reflective essay was written based on research of relevant literature and the discussion with peers dedicated to the development of nursing theory.Results: Nursing theories are models that guide reflection on nursing practice and help to support and justify nurses’ actions. Theories contribute to a more complete and accurate explanation of phe-nomena and are useful in predicting events and solving problems in practice.Conclusion: Nurses base their actions on theoretical knowledge and use it as a systematic guide for critical thinking and decision-making. Thus, the importance of epistemology in consolidating nurs-ing science is reaffirmed.