Application of Theory Paper Nursing theory is the framework that defines nursing practice, establishes standards of care and provides the information essential for functioning patient care. Theory presents logical and educated reasons for nursing actions, based on structured, written depictions of what nursing is and what nurses do (Rousell, 2010). When problems arise within the educational, research, administration and direct patient care settings; theory supplies a foundation for dialog. When using theory to facilitate resolution of a nursing issue it guides leaders in the direction of the common goal of affording superior patient care (Rousell, 2010). In this paper I will apply the Ida Jean Orlando’s Nursing Deliberate Nursing Process Theory to patient boarding in the Emergency Department (ED), a current issue at the facility I am employed.
The Evolution of Nursing From Florence Nightingale to Patricia Benner nursing is constantly changing and evolving. Nurse leaders have pushed the envelope and made changes to better the healthcare system. As one explores the history of nursing, it is amazing to see the vast contributions nurse leaders have made to everyday patient care. This topic addresses the following competency: Competency 740.1.1: The Nursing Profession The graduate analyzes the historical and contemporary context of nursing practice. This topic highlights the following objectives: Recognize the importance of understanding the history of the nursing profession.
The nursing theory that will be discussed in this paper is the Interpersonal Relations theory, created by Hildegard E. Peplau. Hildegard E. Peplau is a woman of many credentials (Rust, 2004). Her work, Interpersonal Relations in Nursing, has been identified as one of the first published nursing theories (Johnson & Webber, 2005). Before Peplau created Interpersonal Relations in Nursing, she devoted her life to working in private practice and hospital nursing (George, 2002). Peplau was also involved in nursing research, and teaching; this, combined with years of practice in psychiatric
Bloom’s Taxonomy of Education and its use in Nursing Education Devon M. Jones NUR/427 November 21, 2011 Marc Verlasky Abstract Today’s nurse is faced with caring for patients with more complex diseases and addressing the needs of each patient. Bloom’s taxonomy was developed as a tool for educators to classify learning objectives and skills for students. This taxonomy has been used extensively by educators in allied health fields, including nursing, to structure lesson plans and outcome testing (Larkin & Burton, 2008). In this paper the description of research conducted on Bloom’s Taxonomy of Education and its use in Nursing Education will be discussed, the application of the research conducted in Nursing Education, and the discussion of the three domains outlined in Bloom’s Taxonomy of Education. Bloom’s Taxonomy of Education and its use in Nursing Education Bloom’s Taxonomy of Education research was conducted to allow staff members to more clearly understand the patient’s situation and think more critically in preventing patient complications.
Running head: CLINICAL PRACTICUM ANALYSIS AND SYNTHESIS Clinical Practicum Analysis and Synthesis Janis A. Franich Ferris State University Abstract This paper presents an analysis and synthesis of the practicum experience for NURS-740. The issues, concerns, and challenges related to the application of the role, academic nurse educator, are examined in the clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings. The strategies and approaches that were applied reflected knowledge from practice, theory, and research from previous course work of the Master of Science degree in nursing program at Ferris State University and experience as a registered nurse. The clinical project that was undertaken for this practicum is described and analyzed for application to the role of an academic nurse educator. Evaluations that reflect judgments about the performance of the graduate student from nursing students, the preceptor, and the graduate student are examined.
These core concepts lead nurses to actions that guide their practice. Nurses incorporate these concepts as they review, formulate, and deliver nursing care (Brilowski & Wendler, 2005). Nursing is a common core concept of nursing theories. Comparing and analyzing the definition of the concept of nursing among theories helps to distinguish the differences between them. It is also important to know where and how theories can best apply to current nursing practice.
Historical Perspective Essay Shanda M. Ramsey NUR/518 June 9, 2014 Cindy Boyer Historical Perspective Essay Nursing research is widely used to produce evidence-based practices for nurses to use in practice with caring for patients. It is a “systematic inquiry designed to develop trustworthy evidence about issues of importance to nursing” (Polit & Beck, 2012). Nursing theorists such as Florence Nightingale introduced research to the nursing field in the 1850’s with her publication Notes on Nursing. Over the years, contributions to nursing research continued to come forward helping to grow and develop nursing research to what it is today. Theorists are not the only contributors to the development of nursing research.
Through review of recent literature into the assessment and management of individuals affected by paranoid schizophrenia, this paper will discuss in detail how the nurse goes about assessing the patient, why assessment is vital, common outcomes of the assessment and finally go into detail on how the nurse manages a patient with paranoid schizophrenia. Stein-Parbury (2009) discuss the importance of providing an environment without distractions for an assessment to occur in, as this enhances the ability of both the patient and
The foundation of any successful nursing career is built with continuing education, a strong knowledge base of the history of nursing practice and theories, strong ethical principal and learning effective application of the nursing process. This paper explores different areas that have personally influenced me as a nurse. These influences include Board of Nursing (BRN), Professional Nursing Organizations (PNO), ethical principles, nursing theory, and historical influences. A. Functional Differences The differences between a regulatory agency such as the Board of Nursing and a Professional Nursing Organization is that the BRN regulates, writes laws, approves licensure and governs nurses. The BRN serves to protect patient.
Historical Development of Nursing Timeline Studying the historical development of nursing helps the nurse to recognize the numerous forces and issues that confront the nursing profession. In addition, understanding the history of nursing allows the nurse to gain appreciation for the role of the nurse and evolution of the nursing profession. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the historical development of nursing. Nursing Science and the Evolving Profession The development and evolution of nursing as a profession is intricately linked to historical influences and events of the past. Edwards (1999) states “If nursing is a science then perhaps it will prove fruitful to apply the historical turn to it in order to determine how nurses might best meet the ends of nursing” (p. 567).