Apply philosophies of nursing practice to current employment situation.
Demonstrate understanding of grand theory application to practice and research by applying selected theories to current clinical situation(s) and recommend possible theory driven interventions.
Reading & Resources
Read Chapters 5, 13, 18 and 19 in Smith, M. C. (2020) Nursing theories & nursing practice (5th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis
Question 1
Consider Watson’s description of a caring moment and reflect on times, either as a nursing student, a nurse, or simply an individual, when you have experienced such a moment with another person. Describe your feelings and what it was like.
Question 2
Consider you are attempting to convey the need for adoption of a theory or model in your current environment. How would you go about justifying this to your peers and to nursing leadership? Refer to Chapter 19. Describe any difficulties you might encounter during this process and how you would overcome them.
