NSG/416: Theoretical Development And Conceptual Frameworks
• Course Textbook
o McKenna, H., Pajnkihar, M., Murphy, F. . Fundamentals of nursing models, theories, and practice. Malden, MA: John Wiley & Sons Ltd.
Review Access My Textbook in Bookshelf .
Access the following ProQuest eBook Central textbooks for this course via the Publications tab in the University Library Readings:
o Sitzman, K., Watson, J. . Caring science, mindful practice. New York, NY: Springer.
o Snowden, A., Donnell, A., & Duffy, T. (2010). Pioneering theories in nursing. London, England: Andrews UK Limited.
Fundamentals of Nursing Models, Theories, and Practice, Ch. 3
Read the following from Fundamentals of Nursing Models, Theories, and Practice: Ch. 3, “Theory from Practice and Practice from Theory”
Fundamentals of Nursing Models, Theories, and Practice, Ch. 8
Read the following from Fundamentals of Nursing Models, Theories, and Practice: Ch. 8, “Research and Theory: Some Relationships”
Analyzing Theory in Practice: From Novice to Expert
Read “From Novice to Expert” from the University Library.
As you read, consider the following scenario:
Sue is an RN who has been practicing for three years and typically works in labor and delivery. But she just started helping out at a clinic that serves diabetic OB patients. She encounters two patients, one who has developed gestational diabetes and the other who has been diabetic her entire life.
Apply Benner’s novice to expert theory to analyze the scenario:
• Where does Sue fall on Benner’s novice to expert continuum? Why?
• How does Sue’s place on the continuum impact her ability to provide quality care to these patients?
• What additional support do you think Sue may need?
• How would Sue’s approach differ based on the length of time the patients have known about their diagnosis? Why?
