14 Nov Introducing the nursing theory
Purpose: Begin your assignment by introducing the nursing theory you have chosen.
Content Requirements:
Provide a brief background of the theorist include information about their education, career, and any contributions that are relevant to the development of the theory.
Explain why the theorist is significant in the world of nursing.
Tips: Keep this section concise, yet informative enough for the reader to understand the origin of the theory.
–Basic Concept Analysis
Purpose: Clearly outline the core components of the nursing theory.
Content Requirements:
Identify and briefly explain the major concepts that form the basis of the theory.
Discuss how these core concepts work together to define the theory.
Use clear definitions and simple examples if appropriate to illustrate each concept.
Tips: Focus on the essential ideas that make the theory unique and applicable to nursing practice.
–Relevance
Purpose: Demonstrate how the nursing theory is connected to broader healthcare practices and current research.
Content Requirements:
Explain how the theorist’s work connects to the theory, and in turn, how the theory influences healthcare practices.
Discuss the application of the theory in today’s clinical settings.
Reference current research or clinical practice studies that apply the theory.
Scholarly Sources:
Incorporate at least two peer-reviewed or research articles that detail how the theory is being utilized in clinical practice or research.
Summarize the key findings of each article including the results of the study and the implications they have for future practice.
Tips: Be analytical and use evidence-based practice (EBP) to support your relevance discussion.
–Summary
Purpose: Your summary should provide a critical reflection on the theory.
Content Requirements:
Summarize the strengths and limitations of the nursing theory.
Reflect on how well the theory bridges theoretical frameworks with practical application.
Tips: Offer a balanced perspective that recognizes both the benefits and potential shortcomings of the theory in advancing nursing practice.
Additional Guidelines
APA Formatting:
Ensure that your cover sheet, headers, pagination, and reference pages adhere to APA 7th Edition standards.
All in-text citations must match your reference list.
Assignment Quality:
The writing should be formal, well-organized, and clearly written at a graduate level.
Each section should logically flow into the next, maintaining coherence throughout your paper.
Review the Rubric:
Refer to the grading rubric provided (if available) to ensure that you have met all the criteria required for a high-quality submission.
Proofread Your Assignment:
Before submission, check for grammatical errors and clarity. Make sure your arguments are well-supported by evidence from your scholarly sources.
REFERENCES Must have DOI Numbers for me to look them up- If Instructor is unable to verify the references points will be deducted.
