Nursing Theoretical Framework

1. choose one nursing theory or model by a recognized nurse theorist: King, Neuman, Orem, Watson, Roy,
2. Gather information from primary sources (e.g., writings by the theorist) and secondary sources (e.g., peer-reviewed journals and articles). 

3. include the following in a powerpoint 

 • A brief biography of the theorist and the historical development of the model.
• The motivation behind the model’s creation and key influences/scholars.
• Philosophical beliefs and strategies used in theory development.
• An overview of the model and major concepts, including definitions.
• Definitions of the four meta-paradigm concepts (human, environment, health, nursing).
• Explanation of nursing practice and the goal of nursing within the model.
• Discussion of any theories generated from the model.
• Summary of at least one clinical or research study that applied or tested the model.
• Strengths and limitations of the model for nursing practice.