NUR 403 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment Watson’s Theory of Caring Paper

Write a 1,800- to 2,000-word paper using APA format in which you briefly describe background Jean Watson’s theory of caring. The paper must:

·  Describe the background and major concepts of Watson’s theory.

·  Apply theory to an actual nurse and patient interaction, also known as the caring moment.

·  Describe the context of the caring moment.

Compriseat least 50% of the paper’s total content in response to the following:

·  Analyze major theory assumptions related to person, health, nursing, and environment in the context of the caring moment described.

·  Describe how Watson’s carative factors were utilized in the transpersonal relationship. Apply a minimum of four carative factors.

·  Include a personal reflection on the personal experience, the caring moment that is the basis of this paper:

o  Upon reflection, what did you learn about yourself?

o  How was your caring perceived by the patient?

o  What might you have done differently to enhance the transpersonal relationship?

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.