Summary Of Peplau Interpersonal Relation Theory

For this paper the theory that is addressed is Peplau’s theory of interpersonal relations. To understand this theory and apply it a nurse must first observe their own behaviors, the behaviors demonstrated by the patient, and the type and quality of relations that occur between the patient and the nurse. In Peplau’s theory, there are three phases that represent the nurse-patient relationship framework and their interactions. The first is the orientation phase, where the nurse and patient get acquainted with each other, and the nurse explains what she will do, and the patient explains their wants and expectations of the relationship. The next phase is the working phase, where the nurse assumes multiple roles to help the patient experience a positive outcome. The last phase is the termination phase when the nurse and patient summarize what has been accomplished and move towards closure of the relationship gradually (Sitzman & Eichelberger, 2017). The article that will be critiqued is ‘Improving Subject Recruitment, Retention, and Participation in Research through Peplau 's Theory

As it is stated in the article using this theory as the framework for recruitment and retention was successful, since 86% of the women in the study remained and felt cared for by the nurses. It was appropriate because of this as well as the women stayed longer, which allowed them to receive appropriate education for their illnesses. This theory was used as a basis for a hypothesis, because when this theory is implemented in nursing the women should have been able to put their trust in the nurses, should have a sense of caring, and be able to contribute to the interpersonal relationship, which is shown and discussed in each phase stemming from the theory (Penckofer, Byrn, Mumby, &