In this course, you can become acquainted with and explore several nursing philosophies, theories models, and theorists. You also can select one nursing theory or model discussed in this course for an in-depth analysis. Analysis of the theory, coupled with application to a clinical scenario is intended to demonstrate the relevance of nursing theories to professional practice. If you have not had a clinical rotation (concu
ent students) please use a situation from your own family/friends. Â You will need to get approval for utilizing a Theorist other than those discussed in the course or textbook.Â
Theories: Florence Nightingale, Virginia Henderson, Faye Abdellah, Patricia Benner, Jean Watson, Roy & King, Neuman & Orem, Pender & Leininger
Purpose:
This assignment is designed to allow the student an opportunity to complete an in-depth analysis of a nursing theory/model. Analysis of the theory coupled with application to a clinical scenario is intended to demonstrate the relevance of nursing theories to professional practice. Follow the schedule to stay on track with this major assignment.   (Domain 1 Knowledge for nursing practice/1.1a Identify concepts, derived from theories from nursing and other disciplines, which distinguish the practice of nursing. & 1.1b Apply knowledge of nursing science that develops a foundation for nursing practice) (Domaine 2 Patient centered care/2..5 Develop a plan of care/ 2.5c Prioritize care based on evidence, 2.5d Incorporate EB interventions to improve outcomes and safety/2-e Demonstrate rationale for the plan)
Paper format:
1. Limit paper to 5 na
ative pages or less, excluding title and reference pages.
Summary of the theory Describe the benefits
elevant usefulness of the theory. Describe the limitations of the theory.
Briefly summarize the focus of the article. Critique the application or testing of the theory in the article.
Describe a clinical practice issue in your work or clinical education setting. Examine how the selected theory would guide your actions and decisions in the delivery of nursing care related to this issue.
Explain the significance/value of this theory to your own personal philosophy of nursing.
Examine how this assignment contributed (or not) to your understanding of nursing theory.