[SHORTENED TITLE UP TO 50 CHARACTERS] 3 Introduction This paper is an academic critique of nursing theory on a research article written by Gloria J. Weber,RN., Ph.D., and Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Outreach in the College of Nursing in University of Texas at Tyler. The article is titled “The Experiential Meaning of Well-Being for Employed Mothers” written in 1999 Abstract Scholars often conduct studies to fill the gaps from a previous research works, to obtain new knowledge and develop ways to promote a better life. The purpose of this study is implied on the title, to understand the meaning of well-being for employed mothers. The author used the nursing …show more content…
The author interviewed 16 persons, the qualifications were-mothers who are currently employed, works full time and have at least one preschool child who is currently living at home with her. The author conducted interviews at least twice per week. The main findings from this study is that experiential meaning of employed mothers reflected different themes: mutuality, spirituality, child-centeredness, acceptance, happiness, security and enrichment of the world. The impact of well-being on daily lives is realized on this study. My evaluation of this article is based on my understanding of the application of theory and conceptual model on a research study. My concern is to promote discussion and give an unbiased evaluation of the appropriateness of conceptual model on the article and how it was described and properly …show more content…
The MRM framework is very well integrated with the methodology and carefully structured and was clearly presented. “Experiential meaning of well-being for the informants is a depiction of a construct from the Modeling and Role Modeling theory: self-care knowledge, which refers to knowledge the client has regarding what promotes or inhibits optimal health, well-being, and growth for oneself” Weber,1999. The framework is derived deductively from the theory by the author. The author also first helped the readers understand the theory being used. Although the author did not provide a conceptual map the components of the framework were clearly stated. While the MRM paradigm was original conceived by Helen Erickson in the 1950s as a concept around self-care knowledge, that humans are dynamic, holistic system that is greater than the sum of its parts. In this study, the author attempts to understand the client’s personal view through the data gathered from interviews, for example, how the mother communicates, feels, thinks, acts and reacts. From this study, the found seven categories, but from these seven categories, mutuality with self and others prevailed
Throughout the history of nursing, many philosophies and theories have emerged in regards to how we as nurses should carry out our profession. I believe that nursing is a highly respected profession than I am honored to be a part of. My personal philosophy on nursing is to treat and care for each patient in the best way that I can. While my philosophy can be considered very broad, I believe that each patient deserves their own specific approach and not necessarily be generalized with one way of thinking.
In the article “Critical social theory approach to disclosure of genomic incidental finding” published in Nursing Ethics described nurse researcher role in disclosure of incidental findings in genomic researches. This situation created ethical dilemma. Technology in medical fields has developed to extents of genetics researches which also created complication of extracted gene-related information. This relatively new field in medicine has an opportunity to improving health, prevent disease and just as screening of population. However, with this advantage comes disadvantage as well. Many genetic testing revealed not only desire information about health but also some incidental findings which created dilemma in nursing practice regarding ethical
The author developed an educational plan for nurse practitioners (NPs) for infective endocarditis (IE) prevention; the nursing theoretical framework chosen was the health promotion model (HPM) of Nola J. Pender. The model developed in 1982 and was revised in 1996 by including aspects of self-efficacy from Bandura’s social theory (Masters, 2011; Syx, 2008). The HPM was developed to act as a complement to models of health promotion, used to increasing the individual’s level of well-being. The model has been utilized nationally and internationally for purposes of research, education, and practice (Masters, 2011). A research study conducted in Iraq to determine predictors of high school students’ oral behaviors, utilizing
...ol both at the baccalaureate level and the associate degree level. If each nursing student presented a paper on a different culture a foundation for providing culturally congruent care could be established.
Throughout the book she has interviewed different women and nannies talking about their experience when it comes to the balance of family and work life. In addition, the book shows that nannies don’t try to replace the mother; however, they are just trying to be the best in order to provide for them and their families. Since, many of the nannies are either young, foreign, immigrants, or even old, they all come from different backgrounds. MacDonald taught the understanding of this powerful concept of family about how being a working mother does not really change that much in the family atmosphere. The concept of “family” can be defined as many things from blood relatives to close friends. According to the U.S. Bureau of the Census, a family is defined as “two or more persons who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption and who live together, as one household” (Newman and Grauerholz, 2002, p. 7). A Family can mean many things for individuals; however, the roles of the individuals in the family, such as the mother and father sometimes cannot be simply defined. MacDonald started with the Chapter on “Childcare on Trial”, which was a story about Deborah Eappen, a wife and
The progress of nursing theories reflects the development of nursing science. Theories go beyond describing professional abilities, and aim for a synthesis which in turn becomes a reference to practitioners. This interplay between theory and practice currently mirrors specific features of our profession: its focus on the individual, the behavior, and the importance of the experiences, considered in a universal way. In consequence, the biological, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual connections of the human beings are the focus of the nursing discipline. This paper offers a nursing view, analyzing main concepts of the professional nursing roles.
In the history of nursing we have come a long way and this is because of the nurses before us. They wanted to learn, lead, teach and make a difference in the care of patients. There are 4 main nurse theorists in the second part of our text book. I am going show how they are alike and different from one another. What makes each one of them unique and the differences they played in the development of each nursing philosophy.
The idea of a being a nurse has always been a driving force in my life. Throughout my Licensed Vocational Nursing Program I had my first encounters with sick people and the hospital setting. Observing my mentors I witnessed the difference they made in peoples lives. In my Registered Nursing Program I had the privilege of doing clinical rotations at The Veteran Affairs Hospital in Fresno, California. It was here that it was most profound that nurses not only heal the physical ailments of a patient but also those of the mind and spirit. I looked forward to spending time with the patients and listening to their histories while providing care. Through these experiences grew my personal philosophy of nursing. Nursing
Nursing is a complex profession full of challenges and rewards. To grow as professionals, it is important that nurses know and understand the many theory’s that exists in nursing and respect their impact on the profession. It is essential for nurses to learn from past theorist for nursing to move forward. This paper will correlate the philosophy and values of two nursing theorist with a unique perspective of each concept and define the nursing metaparadigm.
To make good nursing decisions, nurses require an internal roadmap with knowledge of nursing theories. Nursing theories, models, and frameworks play a significant role in nursing, and they are created to focus on meeting the client’s needs for nursing care. According to McEwen and Wills (2014), conceptual models and theories could create mechanisms, guide nurses to communicate better, and provide a “systematic means of collecting data to describe, explain, and predict” about nursing and its practice (p. 25). Most of the theories have some common concepts; others may differ from one theory to other. This paper will evaluate two nursing theorists’ main theories include Sister Callista Roy’s
The article researchers emphasize the role of the nannies, “These women found meaning in their work, despite its low pay and devaluation by the client families, because they themselves gave inherent value to at-home mothering. Ultimately, however, this strategy ran afoul of the realities of their situation.
I chose nursing as my profession because nursing is my ideal profession. In nursing, I can provide others with the care and the knowledge they need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I can also give others the love and attention they need to be proud of the life they live. I think that society is very vulnerable and I want to make great contributions to the world of nursing. I don’t just want to be a nurse. I want to be a great nurse who is looked up to because of my experience, knowledge, and competence as a healthcare professional.
To gain insight on the role of being a working mother I interviewed my mother, Jane Smith. Smith currently works forty, or more, hours a week as an office manager for a family business. Her job requires her to be at work from eight in the morning until five or six in the evening Monday through Friday. In addition to her role as an employee, she is currently married and is a mother of four daughters. These daughters are between the ages of thirteen and twenty-one; of these four daughters, three live at home with the family while the other is currently completing a study-abroad year in Germany. Smith has been a working mother for the past seven years, before which she worked as a stay-at-home parent. Her job requires her ...
Nursing theory is the foundation of the nursing practice, has been researched, measured for positive outcomes, and directed nursing care since the beginning. Nurses to improve their practice of providing positive patient care if guidelines are followed can use nursing theories. The purpose of theory is to have a model to follow to deliver safe and effective care, and to achieve positive patient outcomes. The purpose of this paper is to define theory and the purpose of theory, explain the four patterns of the nursing metaparadigm and explain the importance of theory in the nursing practice.
Nursing theories are the support of nursing practice today. They are significant to nursing practice, education and scientific research because they help to determine, what is already known, and what additional knowledge and skills are needed. Nurses are usually first exposed to nursing theories during nursing education and further exposure comes from hands on training. The gained knowledge, about nursing theories, through education and training enhances better outcomes for patients and caregivers, allows application of professional boundaries, and assists in decision making. In this paper I will attempt to analyze, in general, the importance of nursing theory to the nursing profession; discuss middle-range theory, furthermore Benner’s model of skill acquisition, and how this theory addresses nursing’s metaparadigm; and how this theory views nursing education.