Parse's Human Becoming Theory

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This paper discusses Parse's theory of human becoming and how it represents an alternative knowledge base to guide nursing practice. It presents a case study in order to illustrate how Parse's theory provides structure. It demonstrates how the pivotal concepts in Parse's theory is the person as expert for his or her life and the significance of client choice. The paper shows how Parse's theory has been used as the theoretical framework that has guided the writer's own practice.

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"Parse's human becoming theory enabled me to understand that Amy was the expert in her life and the expert in her care. The structure which Parse provided facilitated my working with Amy along a direction that correlated with her needs. As a result of that client- and family-centered perspective, we were able to develop a strong trusting relationship. She was aware that she was valued as a human being and that her point of view was at the core. She therefore was able to request assistance without feeling intimidated my professional expertise and profession. This is because in human becoming theory, the nurse never situates herself as expert (Kelly, 1999). As a result of using Parse's theoretical framework, I have acquired an enhanced understanding of what being a nurse means."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Alligood, M. & Tomey, A. (2006). Nursing theory: Utilization & application. Mosby Elsevier.
• College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) (2005). Ethics. Toronto: CNO.
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