Theories Of Nursing Need Theory

A. The nursing Need Theory,developed by Virginia Henderson has influenced by nursing practice.This theory focuses on the core of nursing, the patient. “The four concepts of this theory are the individual,the environment, health and nursing

.(Alice Petrin,2016) This need theory promotes patient independence.This theory focuses on fourteen components of patient needs and the responsibility of the nurse to promote patient independence.(Alice Petrin,2016) The goal is patient will be have some level of independence needed to continue rehabilitation after discharge.The components of the need theory ranges from one basic needs of oxygen, food and water to psychosocial and emotional needs of acceptance, development and accomplishment.

“These components

Two influential nursing pioneers that have inspired my nursing practice are Florence Nightingale and Mabel Keaton Staupers.Florence Nightingale was a military nurse that served in the army hospitals.She dedicated her life trying to improve public health.One of her goals was to decrease the suffering of the soldiers.

(Collen A.Hobbs,1997) She sought to develop nursing education, improve nursing care and working conditions for nurses.Mabel Keaton Staupers was private duty nurse,until afforded the opportunity to work in an african american tuberculosis. She dedicated her life trying to improve the health of african americans and equality for african american nurses.(National Medical Association,1969) “ She campaigned to change the discriminatory policy of U.S. Army, and lobbied for integration of the American Nurses Association.”(Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica,1998) Both nurses advocated for nurses rights and sought to change perception of nursing into a profession.These nursing pioneers inspire me look at nursing beyond the bedside.They are a reminder that change starts with one vision and one voice.If not for Florence Nightingale nursing still may not be considered the profession it is today.If not for Mabel Keaton Staupers advocating for equality for african american nurses, I may not have had the opportunities that I have

“ The American Nurses Association is an organization that promotes high standards of nursing practice and a safe ethical work environment.”