Nursing Theorist Interaction Paper

Nursing Theorist Interaction Paper

Introduction

            A theory is considered good when a lot of enthusiasts, experts and students are adhering to its claims. When this is the case, there is a greater possibility that the theory has been steadily in use or employed as a model to represent or posit reality. Characteristic to the practical and scientific endeavor that is nursing, the theory must therefore work, must be scientifically sound in its applications to specific problems or the particular inquiry being pursued.

            Arguments abound in the grass roots level due to the real use of having to study theories. Many even graduate at the masters level without ever understanding the rationale behind theories applied in nursing. The truth of the matter according to nurses on job is that they just receive orders from doctors so why bother to study theories at all. The real essence is that whatever specialty the nurse may be concentrating, there would be much help when the nurse knows the reasons behind her actions and delivery of services. This is the use of the nursing theory.

Discussion of Inquiry

I.         A. Name of Website:            Nurse Scribe

            B. Web address: http://www.enursescribe.com/nurse_theorists.htm

            C. Description:

                        1. How available is it to research the theory?

            If judging a theory website will be based on face value, Nurse Scribe website will hardly make it to the top. What is good with the website is its uncomplicated features. A nurse or nursing student can easily recognize the theories right away and these theories look very “appetizing” to someone who is bent on absorbing the material concerned. Without a doubt it’s one of the no-nonsense websites that delivers as it promises to deliver. It flaunts the theories from a historical standpoint, meaning the theories from Florence Nightingale’s era and onwards are separately discussed and ostensibly distinguished from their contemporary counterparts. It is comprehensive as it is able to thoroughly cover the basics of the individual theory replete with bibliography.
2. What articles, books, journals have been published since the                                                   development of the theory?

            There are lists of books published under most of the models mentioned; e.g., Humanistic model featured five theorists with their corresponding descriptions plus the links to the theory explaining most of the specific theory in full.
3. How or where is the theory best applicable to nursing practice?

            The website did not highlight what is deemed the best single theory; obviously there is no clue as to what might be the web sponsor’s preferences.
4. What attracts you to the theory and why?

            What is important to me is the readability both in its printed appearance (font color, font size etc.) and the usage of words or vocabulary that appeals to students both in undergraduate and graduate levels. Moreover, the expandability of the offerings or features of website to provide a rich linkage to the individual theory/theorist is also an important consideration for me. The transcultural Nursing theory of Madeleine-Leninger is a case in point (http://www.madeleine-leininger.com/en/index.shtml).

II.        A. Name of Website:            Nursing Theory Network /Nursingtheory.net

            B. Web address: http://www.nursingtheory.net/

            C. Description:

                        1. How available is it to research the theory?

            This is perhaps the best website which literally tops the list at least for me. It provides a list of all grand theories, with virtually vast and seemingly unlimited resources on other resources that a student may need and very accessible with his/her fingertips.
2. What articles, books, journals have been published since the                                                development of the theory?

            Every theorist provides a lengthy list of publications which cements the validity and reliability of the theory.
3. How or where is the theory best applicable to nursing practice?
The theory is applicable in all aspects of the nursing practice.

                        4. What attracts you to the theory and why?

III.      A. Name of Website:            Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science                                                                   Theory Page

            B. Web address:       http://www.sandiego.edu/ACADEMICS/nursing/theory/#Theories

            C. Description:

                        1. How available is it to research the theory?

            Easily accessible to any student of nursing theory student, Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science is still in the very satisfactory range among the websites. The theory lists are equally lengthy and rich in links among the array of theorists. What is lacking is what every student would want; descriptions of the theory of interest are not available. The websites just serves as launching pad for other websites.
2. What articles, books, journals have been published since the                                                           development of the theory?

            All tools such books and other resources are also at the touch of the fingertips. There is a separate portion for specific work in progress, discussion forums, and other vital information.

                        3. How or where is the theory best applicable to nursing practice?

            Not so applicable for any specific area of expertise since it only serves mainly as a linkage to other websites.
4. What attracts you to the theory and why?

            The only attraction that it holds is its readability and simple categorization.

IV.      A. Name of Website:            Boston College: William F. Connell School of                                                                 Nursing (Theorist)

            B. Web address: http://www.bc.edu/schools/son/faculty/theorist.html

            C. Description:

            This is an extension for the school which focuses on their resident theorist Callista Roy and it provides an attractive and very enriching virtual experience for the reader.

                        1. How available is it to research the theory?

             It is quite accessible via the linkage in the nursingtheory.net website just as a few of the other websites are.
2. What articles, books, journals have been published since the                                                   development of the theory?

            All of Roy’s publications and ongoing work are pasted all over the page. This is quite good since a student will be able to sufficiently cover an in-depth study of Roy’s theory without the presence of other theorists in one’s peripheral vision.
3. How or where is the theory best applicable to nursing practice?

            Since it is an adaptation model, Roy’s theory is very well able to adapt to various situations and areas of expertise. Her understanding of the individual and the cultural milieu contribute to the popularity of her theory (http://www.bc.edu/schools/son/faculty/theorist.html)
4. What attracts you to the theory and why?

            It is practical, easily comprehensible and even more practicable.

Reference:

http://www.nursingtheory.net/

http://www.enursescribe.com/nurse_theorists.htm

http://www.sandiego.edu/ACADEMICS/nursing/theory/#Theories

http://www.bc.edu/schools/son/faculty/theorist.html