I agree with the statement that nursing is a cycle of nursing research, practice, and theory, and that entry into this cycle can be made from any point. This cycle highlights the interconnectedness of nursing research, practice, and theory and how they influence and inform each other. Research informs practice by providing evidence-based information to guide clinical decision-making. Practice informs theory by highlighting areas of need and providing data for the development of new theories. Theory informs research by guiding the development of research questions and providing a framework for understanding the phenomenon being studied. It is important for nurses to be aware of this cycle and to understand that they can enter it at any point in order to improve patient care and advance the nursing profession.