NUR 513 Compare and Contrast Two Nursing Theories

NUR 513 Compare and Contrast Two Nursing Theories

NUR 513 Compare and Contrast Two Nursing Theories

The nursing theory refers to the rigorous and creative structuring of different ideas that a project adheres to. There are different nursing theories that are being applied in the healthcare systems. One of the theories is Virginia Henderson’s theory, which prioritizes patient self-determination to continue reciprocating well after the discharge process. From the Henderson theory, nurse’s roles are considered substantive; in other words, the nurse’s and other healthcare professionals’ main objective is to ensure that patients are well managed to enhance their recovery processes. Virginia Henderson’s theory states

that the main role of a nurse is to assist people, sick or well, to enhance their health status through engaging in healthy activities (McCormack & McCance, 2016). The theory was formulated from different principles and practices of nursing. Specifically, the theory has been drawn from a grand theory, which gives priority to nursing care as well as the activities associated with daily life.

Another theory in nursing is nursing as a general care theory that touches different areas of nursing. In other words, the theory is broad enough to enhance the understanding of different areas of nursing (Ahtisham & Jacoline, 2015). The difference between Virginia Henderson and the general theory is that Virginia Henderson theory focuses on nurses’ roles in assisting patients to achieve better treatment outcomes; on the other hand, general care theory focuses on almost all the aspects of nursing activities.

Virginia Henderson’s theory is more relevant to my future role because it touches on or focuses on the delivery of quality care to the patients, which is my main objective as a future nurse.

References

Ahtisham, Y., & Jacoline, S. (2015). Integrating Nursing Theory and Process into Practice; Virginia’s Henderson Need Theory. International Journal of Caring Sciences, 8(2). Retrieved from:

Re: Topic 4 DQ 1

Dorothea Orem VS Jean Watson

Dorothea E. Orem developed the Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory, known as the Orem Model of Nursing, and focuses on maintaining life, health, and well-being. Orem’s theory is interrelated with three other theories: the theory of self-care, the self-care deficit theory, and the theory of nursing systems. First published in 1971, Orem established herself as a leading theorist in nursing. She authored papers, spoke at conferences, and remained dedicated to developing her theory. After spending the last 25 years of her life as a consultant and author, Dorothea died on June 22, 2007, at age 92 (Gonzalo et al., 2021).

Orem’s theory is a grand nursing theory, covering a broad scope with general concepts apply to all nursing. Nursing is needed when an adult or the parent or guardian of a child is limited or incapable of providing effective self-care. Self-care deviations may result from conditions due to illness, injury, or disease.  Five methods of helping others are identified as acting or doing for others, guiding, supporting, teaching others, and providing an environment to promote demands and future development. When nursing care is needed is clearly defined. Her approach meets today’s contemporary approach to health promotion and health maintenance while the emotional needs lacked acknowledgment. This theory influences independence and signifies that all patients want to care for themselves and recover more quickly by performing their care.

Dr. Jean Watson experienced her theory first-hand after two personal life-altering events. Caring is central to nursing practice and Jean Watson’s theory. The focus is a holistic approach to health promotion and disease prevention. The theory has four major concepts: a human being is a valued person, health is a high level of overall all mental, physical, and social functioning, society provides values and goals, and finally, nursing is a human science (Gonzalo et al., 2021).

Both theorists have been instrumental in nursing academia, authoring books, and dedicated a lifetime to the promotion and development of their theories. Both are broad theories that address health promotion and preventing illness all nurses can use. These two theories will help the nurse leader to understand their role, the role of patients, and how to facilitate health equilibrium or promotion. Human beings are empowered when they can make decisions and manage care independently. Caring is essential to nursing and must be kept forefront, especially in this era of cost containment and efficiency.

References

Gonzalo, A., By, -, Gonzalo, A., & Angelo Gonzalo earned his Nursing degree in the year 2010 and continued his studies at St. Paul University Manila taking up Masters of Arts in Nursing Major in Clinical Management. He worked as an intensive care nurse for more than six years. He advocates. (2021, March 5). Dorothea Orem: Self Care Deficit Theory Study Guide. Nurseslabs. https://nurseslabs.com/dorothea-orems-self-care-theory/.

Gonzalo, A., By, -, Gonzalo, A., & Angelo Gonzalo earned his Nursing degree in the year 2010 and continued his studies at St. Paul University Manila taking up Masters of Arts in Nursing Major in Clinical Management. He worked as an intensive care nurse for more than six years. He advocates. (2021, March 5). Jean Watson: Theory of Human Caring. Nurseslabs. https://nurseslabs.com/jean-watsons-philosophy-theory-transpersonal-caring/.

RESPOND TO BARBARA

Barbara indeed Orem and Watson are nursing theories defining nursing practice. Orem theory is a broad theory with various aspects applied in nursing. The theory shares values with the theory of self-care, the self-care deficit theory, and the theory of nursing systems. The theory of self-care allows patients to handle certain complications without seeking intervention from the facility. First aid services are part of the self-care. The self-care deficit theory reveals illnesses and injuries trigger deficits. Orem’s is a grand nursing theory so it is detailed and important in nursing. Personal experienced crafted Dr. Watson’s theory. Watson in his theory insists that care is the main nursing function. Patients are fragile people who require enough attention.  Insufficient attention and care will expose the patients to more complications. Watson and Orem’s theories are crucial in nursing. However, Watson’s theory is a suitable theory for me to apply in my future practice. The theory allows nurses to protect fragile patients through caring.