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Teaching Theories and Nursing, 2006.
A case study of nursing students being taught to apply a specific learning theory.
3,107 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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The purpose of this paper is to apply a learning theory to an actual educational case study and scenario, as seen from the point of view of the nursing student. Nurses are faced with moral and ethical issues every day especially when it comes to building a relationship of trust with the patient. Therefore, this paper reviews the everyday challenges faced by nurses attempting to make the right moral decision.
Contents:
Introduction
Case Study: A Nurse's Dilemma, Challenging Scenario
Events and Indications of a Challenging Scenario for Student Nurses
John Dewey's Teaching Theory and Nursing
Possible Interventions
Conclusion
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"From the case study proposed by Joan Callahan (1988), imagine now that you are a nurse on a medical/surgical floor in a large private hospital (p. 4). A woman is admitted on a Sunday for a series of medical tests you are assigned as her primary nurse. The testing begins on Monday and you are off for the next few days. You return to work the following Saturday and resume your duties as the woman's primary nurse. When you arrive on the floor, you go over her chart and find that the tests have revealed that she has chronic lymphocytic leukemia and is being transfused in an attempt to put the disease into remission. As you approach her that morning she greets you happily and asks you if you know when she will be able to return to work given her diagnosis you are a bit puzzled by her exuberance and you judiciously reply that you have not seen her physician since her return to work but that you will talk with the physician about her d/c from the hospital."
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Theories of Nursing, 2007.
The paper compares two nursing theories; Madeleine Leininger's theory of cultural care and Betty Neuman's system theory.
1,684 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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The paper discusses the Leininger and Neuman theories of nursing. The paper explains that these theories were selected because they both share a similar philosophy of nursing, but also have important differences and are suited to different situations. The paper offers a brief summary of both theories and analyzes the similarities, the differences and the philosophies the theories are based on. The paper discusses how these theories can be used together and can complement each other. The paper concludes that both theories can be used as tools to help nurses provide individual patient care, with each model serving a different, specific purpose.
Outline:
The Theories and their Similarities
The Philosophies of the Theories
Conclusion
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"One of the similarities of the two theories is that they are both methods of understanding the individual situation for each patient and developing a means of caring that is suitable to the specific patient. In Neuman's theory, nurses look at the physiological, psychological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual factors. In doing so, the nurse gains a detailed understanding of the patient and then bases nursing plans on the information gained on the individual. In Leininger's theory, the nurse focuses on the culture of the individual. This process also provides information on the individual characteristics and needs of the patient. In this way, both theories are based on understanding the unique situation and characteristics for each individual patient."
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Jean Watson's Theory of Nursing, 2004.
An examination of the breakthroughs in the nursing profession, which came about due to Jean Watson's theory of nursing.
2,451 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper argues that the perception of the nursing profession changed after the introduction of Jean Watson's theory of nursing. It defines this theory, which addresses this perception by accurately identifying that the nurse?s career as much more than just being a doctor?s helper. It explains that the nursing profession carries a different responsibility in the healing process. Watson views nursing as both an art and a science. While the science is focused on performing medical procedures and assisting doctors and other health professionals in their work, the art of nursing encompasses the whole human person. The art of nursing, according to Watson, is preserving the worth of humankind through the process of caring.
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"During a time when educational standards are being reevaluated as to the content, clarity and purpose of ht educational process, many fields are also undergoing refinement. When a particular field encounters a speed bump in its ongoing progress, like education, it is appropriate to reevaluate where the organization has been, where it is currently, and in what direction the field needs to be pointed in order to regain its effectiveness. The nursing field is a sector of the educational system which is currently suffering from a reduction in recruitment. The nursing field has long carried the stereotypes of a career path that is ?less than? a doctor?s status, and therefore less desirable."
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Conceptual Theory in Nursing, 2007.
An analysis of conceptual theory in nursing, with regards to screening procedures, as set down by theorists L.O. Walker and K.C. Avant.
2,220 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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This paper discusses nursing theorists, Walker and Avant's conceptual theory in nursing. Specifically, the paper details eight steps to a more effective concept analysis of "screening" for nurses in theory and practice. It describes the relevance of each step and the ways that they should be implemented for the most successful screening and treatment.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Step 1
Selecting a concept
"Screening"
Step 2
Purpose Or Aims Of The Concept
Step 3
Identify Uses Of The Concept
Step 4
Determine the Defining Attributes
Step 5
Identify A Model Case
Step 6
Examine Other Cases
Step 7
Identify Antecedents and Consequences
Step 8
Define Empirical Referents
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"An "invented" case of such a problematic screening, however, one that may or may not contain ideas outside of the experience of many nurses, however, might be that of a mother who brought her infant in for a routine screening by a pediatrician, and who volunteered to the nurse, without the prompting of a screening, the fact that she was depressed or had trouble coping. Then, if the nurse broached the subject in a more formal fashion, according to some of the language that is used to characterize the physical and emotional problems of screening for postpartum depression, the mother might reject such a diagnostic inquiry. This is problematic, because the nurse may or may not be qualified to make such a psychological assessment, even though she, by virtue of her position, might be led to believe that the woman is suffering from postpartum depression."
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Dorothea Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing, 2008.
A look at the benefit, barriers and challenges of Dorothea Orem's self-care deficit theory of nursing as applied to the author's workplace.
2,868 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 85.95
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In this paper, the author discusses the purpose and rationale for using Dorothea Orem's self-care deficit theory of nursing (S-CDTN) in her women's health practice and the development of a plan to implement the self-care deficit theory in the author's workplace. The author also discusses possible barriers and challenges to implementation, presents evaluation criteria and critique of S-CDTN, and provides examples of S-CDTN relevant to the author's workplace.
Outline:
Theory Overview
Rational for Selecting Theory
Barriers and Challenges to Implementing Orem's Theory
Evaluation Criteria and Results
Theory Critique
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"Dorothea Orem, first published in 1971, developed her nursing theory independent of the medical model focusing on the autonomy of nursing practice and provided a link of relevant nursing knowledge to the requisites of clients needing health-related care (Koenig Blais, Hayes, Kozier, & Erb, 2002, chap. 6). The self-care deficit theory "expresses and develops the reasons why persons require nursing care" (Dennis, 1997, p. 11). The core of this theory and the first of the three theory components is self-care/dependent care. Her self-care theory focused on the recipient of nursing care versus the nurse provider. Self-care encompasses learned activities natural to all adults as they respond to internal and external (environment) input. Dependent care is actions the individual performs on behalf of children or adults due to health deviations or developmental age (Dennis, 1997, chap. 2). "
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Orem's Theory of Nursing, 2005.
This paper explores Orem's Theory of Nursing, focusing on elderly patients.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper reviews and evaluates the Orem Theory of Nursing with respect to care for the elderly who are dealing with depression. The theory is reviewed from the standpoint of strengths and weaknesses as well as the applicability to dealing with elderly patients who are afflicted with depression. The report also looks at the Orem theory from a person perspective.
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"According to Thomas (1983, p14) hospitals are "held together, glued together, enabled to function...by the nurses" and other health care professionals that may or may not be attuned to the effects of cultural influences on treatment, new diagnostic procedures or effective care models. Coupled with this, health care shortages have reached astronomical levels in all cultures, all countries and in all practicing professional areas (Sechrist and Lewis 1996). With the twenty first century now upon us, there is even a greater need to foster an environment wherein there exists a coalition amongst educators, industrial leaders, politicians, regulatory agencies and professional organizations to assist the health care profession with what may seem as an insurmountable task; namely, to foster an attitude of acceptance for colleagues and patients that no longer epitomize the typical staid genre total physician oriented treatment."
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Patricia Benner's Theory on Nursing, 2007.
An examination of Patricia Benner's theory regarding the evolution of a novice nurse into an expert.
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper discusses Patricia Benner's theory on the process by which a novice nurse becomes an expert. The theory has been both widely accepted and criticized since its inception in 1984. The paper examines the theory's approach to the learning process critical to comprehending nursing education. It discusses how nurse students slowly progress not only in terms of information accumulation, compartmentalization, processing and task organization, but also in terms of the changes in how complex and numerous sources of information are interpreted and integrated to provide a holistic picture of a patient's condition and how the patient and his or her environment interact to produce this condition.
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"One of the hallmarks of the theory is that each level is built heavily upon the experiences at lower levels (Benner, 1984). For instance, the only usable experiences novices can rely on are textbook knowledge and black-or-white "rules" laid out prior to clinical exposure. Without the benefit of real-life scenarios that are often perplexing to the novice and any given situation's tendency to veer towards "gray areas," a novice will be very limited to routine task performance with little analysis. A step up from a novice, an advanced beginner may be able to perform simple emergency department tasks such as triaging of simple, straightforward cases and recognizing normal variability in vital signs in common clinical scenarios, although atypical settings (e.g. relative bradycardia in typhoid fever) may be misleading. Competent nurses utilize substantial analytical and critical thinking effort in order to assess multiple relevant elements in a patient's condition and arrive at plans that possess both short- and long-term goals."
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Family Theory in Nursing Research, 2005.
Compares and contrasts two articles relating to family theory.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 2 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper presents a comparison and contrast between two articles involving family theory. It examines how family theory is used in a variety of different situations. Family theory centers on the health of a family. The paper shows that it is not to be confused with the mental and emotional systems at play within the family structure as the theory is not a psychological one but a medical view.
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"Family theory centers on the health of a family. It is not to be confused with the mental and emotional systems at play within the family structure as the theory is not a psychological one, but a medical view. Family theory approaches healthcare and health issues within the family structure - with the family playing a unique and dynamic role in the health of its members. The overall health system of a family can be greatly affected by a single member's experiences with health-related problems and, as such, family theory seeks to resolve the problem of defining the nature of family in its highly complex interrelations. It is the purpose of this paper to look at two different research studies that employ family theory in differing ways."
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Nursing Theories, 2005.
This paper examines the nursing theories of Benner and Watson regarding elderly patients.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, $ 80.95
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The assignment offers an in depth review of two theories of nursing and the applicability to nursing the elderly. The paper examines each theory as to the content, theory and applicability to nursing the elderly. The paper applies an extension with respect to applying the two theories to a real life situation. The paper explains that the situation involved a personal encounter with a stroke victim.
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"The nursing profession, since the time of Florence Nightingale, has undergone significant change. No longer are nurses simply an extensive of the physician. Today nurses are, in their own right, important caregivers with respect to patient wellness. One of the most important factors promoting the importance of nursing in terms of patient wellness has been the development of favorable theories and educational programs supporting the nurse as an integral part of the patient's wellness program. Although it is of strategic interest to implement initiatives that support professional nursing practice, it is very challenging in the current cost-constrained healthcare environment to maintain professional nursing practice (Ritter-Teitel, 2002)."
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Nursing Theories, 2002.
An overview of two nursing theories - the Levine Theory and the Erickson, Tomlin and Swain Theory.
932 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper first provides an overview of two theories relating to nursing. The Levine Theory is a conceptual model, with the focus on every nurse-patient interaction being a unique situation to be resolved in an individualized fashion. On the other hand, the paper shows that the Erickson, Tomlin and Swain Theory (also known as Modeling and Role-Modeling), focuses on the person receiving the nursing care rather than on the nurse, the care or the disease. The paper compares and contrasts the two theories in a clinical situation and finally proposes two research questions relating to the theories.
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"Nursing is defined as holistic helping of self-care, which includes nurturance and unconditional acceptance. People are viewed as different in their uniqueness and alike in their needs for growth and affiliated-individuation. Nursing is viewed as a facilitator to help the person identify, develop, and use their strengths. For this theory, the word client, one who is involved in their own care, is used rather than the word patient, one who is given treatment. Health is optimal states of physical, mental, and social well-being rather than absence of disease only."
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The Nursing Theory of Hildegard Peplau, 2006.
A review of Hildegard Peplau's theory of nursing.
1,596 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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According to this paper, Hildegard Peplau is a nursing theorist who developed a nursing theory with sensitivity to nurse and patient interaction. The paper discusses how Peplau's theory has often been applied to nursing theory associated with psychiatric nursing but can also be applied to nursing theory with regard to many aspects of the nursing process.
Outline:
Introduction
Peplau's Theory
Application of theory to Hospital Medical Surgery Nursing
Conclusion and Evaluation
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"Within the hospital setting of the practice of medical/surgical nursing practice Peplau's theories can be identified as very helpful in defining the psychosocial role of the nurse and patient in the roles they are prescribed during a hospital stay. During the orientation phase of the theory in medical surgical practice, the nurse and the individual assist one another in discerning the patient's problem and the needs that may arise because of it. During the identification process the nurse and the patient collectively identify with each other, in the roles they play in the given condition and the patient becomes comfortable enough to rely on the nurse to assist them in the needs they cannot meet independently, such as dressing site changes, vitals taking and activities of daily living like bathing and trips to the bathroom to aide the patient in recovery. "
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Broad Nursing Theory and Mid-Range Theory, 2002.
Compares two different theories of nursing and argues that one of them is more conducive to experimentation and solid conclusions.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This essay discusses broad nursing theory and mid-range theory. The specific theories that are used as examples are comfort theory (mid-range) and self care deficit theory (broad theory). The paper shows that both theories are constructive to nursing, but that mid-range theory allows experimentation and solid conclusions.
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The Nursing Theories of Peplau and Roy, 2007.
This paper compares the nursing theories of Hildegard E. Peplau and Sister Callista Roy.
1,430 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper explains that although the Hildegard E. Peplau's model states that the most important determiner in the patient's health is the interactions between the nurse and the patient; however, there are many aspects of health that are not included within this view. The author points out that Sister Callista Roy's model states that all possible factors affect the patient's health, including the physiological aspects of the patient and the coping mechanisms of the individual. The paper relates that, while Peplau identifies a critical aspect of the nurses' role in the health care of the patient, Roy's model is much more comprehensive in its critical assessment of the factors influencing the health and health care goals of the patient.
Table of Contents:
Objective
Introduction
Nursing Theories of Peplau and Roy
Understanding the Scope of the Models of Peplau and Roy
Summary
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"Within this framework, the nursing practice takes place within a system that is adaptive in nature and includes inherent processes for coping and that functions in a unified nature toward a specific purpose. This system is inclusive of the individual and groups constituted by families, organizations, communities, nations and society as a whole. Inherent within this system are regulating subsystems that maintain adaptation in the four modes within the system which are those of: (1) physiologic - physical; (2) self-concept - group identity, (3) role function; and (4) interdependence."
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Nursing Theories, 2004.
A look at a nursing theory, the Pender Health Promotion Model, and how it could be applied to stop smoking addictions.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper looks at a nursing theory, the Pender Health
Promotion Model, and applies it to a theoretical situation.
It looks at how the model can be used in a program to help people stop smoking. The paper looks at the positive and negative aspects of the theory.
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"The setting for the current program is a rural community in which many of the constituents smoke. The program is designed to address the issue of smoking as an avoidable cause of illness and encourage members of the community to cease the practice. One of the goals of Healthy People is to increase the percentage of primary healthcare workers who routinely advise patients to stop smoking . The Surgeon General of the United States has said that the use of tobacco is the single largest preventable..."
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"Nursing Theories: A Comparison", 2008.
A discussion of Dorothea Orem's self-care deficit theory and Katharine Kolcaba's comfort theory.
1,831 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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This paper relates that the role of a nurse has been redefined to include sub specialties and responsibilities in order to compensate for the shortage of health care professionals. The paper also relates that the very fundamental concepts of nursing, however, still apply to this day. The paper then goes on to discuss the two nursing theories that are at the heart of these concepts: Dorothea Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory and Katharine Kolcaba's Comfort Theory. The paper states that these two theories have both been ascribed as descriptive of what nursing should be. The paper discusses these two concepts as well as the differences and similarities of both concepts together with the practical application of each of the theories.
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"These two theories speak of the fulfilment of certain needs. These needs must be fulfilled to allow a person to survive or overcome a present predicament. Both discuss on finding a solution to that need. A requisite and a discomfort are the same. It speaks of an inadequacy in one's physical, mental, social, or emotional state. Both are described as one of the foundations of nursing. However, it should be pointed out that self-care theory places responsibility on the very person in need to fulfil that deficit. Self-care behaviours are learned through time, or are innate behaviours. Self-care needs are different from a nurse fulfilling these needs. The role of a nurse in this case is to teach a person how to be self-reliant."
Outline:
Dorothea Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory
Kolcaba's Comfort Theory
Compare and Contrast Theories of Self-care and Comfort
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