Role Modeling Theory In Nursing

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Helen Erickson, Evelyn M. Tomlin, and Mary Anne P. Swain developed the Modeling and Role Modeling Theory. Their book Modeling and Role Modeling: A Theory and Paradigm for Nursing was first published in 1983. This theory focuses on the nurturing care provided to patients with the knowledge that each patient is unique, which uses theory-based clinical practice that focuses on the clients’ needs. “Modeling is the process used by the nurses as she develops an image and understanding of the client’s world, as the client perceives it, and role modeling is the facilitation and nurturance of the individual in attaining, maintaining or promoting health through purposeful interventions” (Erickson, Tomlin, & Swain, 1983/2009, p. 254). …show more content…

Each person has his or her own way of coping, healing, and learning. “Human being [beings] are seen as holistic person [people] who have multiple interacting, subsystem, including: biophysical, cognitive, psychological, and social subsystem. Intersecting these subsystem are the genetic base and the spiritual drive” (Erickson, Tomlin, Swain, 1983/2009,p.44). The environment can also have a great impact on the patient’s when using this theory. If the patient has a safe and comfortable environment the patient is more likely to comply with the nurse and care that is being provided; rather than, if the patient is in an uncomfortable or negative setting the patient can become resilient and …show more content…

Health is anything physical, mental, and the social well being in a persons life. “Health is not the absence of disease or infirmity. Health is viewed as a state of dynamic equilibrium among the various subsystems that make up the person and the environment (Erickson, Tomlin, & Swain, 1983/2009, p. 46).” Lastly, this theory defines how a nurse should be compassionate and nurturing to all patients depending on their individual care demands and situation by observing the patients overall needs. “As a facilitator, the nurse helps the patient take steps toward health, including providing necessary resources and information. As a nurturer, the nurse provides care and comfort to the patient. In unconditional acceptance, the nurse accepts each patient just as he or she is without any conditions” (Nursingtheory.org). Next, applying this theory to the nursing practice, nurses need to be caring, nurturing and understanding. Building trust with a patient can help with coming up with the best healthcare plan possible for the patient. Also, giving the patient a positive orientation can help promote the client’s control over their care and strengths. “Nursing is assisting persons holistically to use their adaptive strengths to attain and maintain optimum bio-psycho-social-spiritual functioning” (Erickson,Tomlin,Swain,1983/2009,

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