A nurse develops a new nursing theory related to stress and viability.The nurse determines the theory accounts for historical events in which soldiers suffering from the stress of inadequate clothing to protect them from the cold and lack of correspondence from home had an increased mortality related to gunshot wounds.The theory will predict gunshot victims' need for proper clothing and letters from significant others as they serve in Iraq.Which criterion for theory acceptance is being validated?
A) Inclusiveness
B) Consistency
C) Accuracy
D) Simplicity

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The criterion being validated is "Inclusiveness" because the theory accounts for historical events and applies them to predict future situations, showing its broad applicability.

A Nurse Develops a New Nursing Theory Related to Stress