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praxis

 [prak´sis]
the conception and planning of a new action in response to an environmental demand.
feminist praxis praxis done from a belief system involving ideas of mutual nurturance, nonviolence, and small groups working for change, with attention to emotions, communal life, reciprocity, and the development of persons over time. See also feminist theory.
Miller-Keane Encyclopedia and Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health, Seventh Edition. © 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, Inc. All rights reserved.

prax·is

(prak'sis),
The performance of an action.
[G. praxis, action]
Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary © Farlex 2012

prax·is

(prak'sis)
occupational therapy Conception and planning of a motor act in response to an environmental demand.
[G. praxis, action]
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

praxis

1. Action.
2. The ability to perform skilled actions.
Collins Dictionary of Medicine © Robert M. Youngson 2004, 2005

prax·is

(prak'sis)
The performance of an action.
[G. praxis, action]
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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