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DISCUSSIONNUR8119.docxWeek 9: Interdisciplinary Theories and Models Used in Nursing, Part II
This week, you will continue your examination of interdisciplinary theories and their application to nursing practice. The basic sciences, such as chemistry, biology, physiology, and microbiology, have had a critical influence within the clinical environment. In addition, leadership and management theories are important in any health care setting.
How might the theories presented this week help you to further evidence-based practice in nursing? You will have an opportunity to explore that question this week.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Determine the significance of biomedical theories or models to health and health care delivery
Learning Resources
Required Readings
McEwin, M., & Wills, E. M. (2019). Theoretical basis for nursing. (5th ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.
Chapter 15, "Theories From the Biomedical Sciences"
Chapter 15 highlights some of the most commonly used theories and principles from the biomedical sciences and illustrates how they are applied to studies conducted by nurses and in nursing practice.
Chapter 17, “Theories, Models, and Frameworks From Leadership and Management”
Chapter 17 presents leadership and management theories utilized in advanced nursing practice.
Shankel, E. C. & Wofford, L. G. (2016). Symptom management theory as a clinical practice model for symptom telemonitoring in chronic disease. Journal of Theory Construction & Testing, 10(1), 31-38.
This article describes the use of the middle range theory of symptom management in chronic disease management as a model to improve outcomes and lower costs.
Frazier, L., Wung, S., Sparks, E., & Eastwood, C. (2009). Cardiovascular nursing on human genomics: What do cardiovascular nurses need to know about congestive heart failure? Progress in Cardiovascular Nursing, 24(3), 80-85.
This article discusses current genetics research on the main causes of heart failure.
Mahon, S. M. (2009). Cancer Genomics: Cancer genomics: Advocating for competent care for families. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 13(4), 373-376.
This article advocates for nurses to stay abreast of the rapid changes in cancer prevention research and its application to clinical practice.
Mayer, K. H., Venkatesh, K. K. (2010). Antiretroviral therapy as HIV prevention: Status and prospects. American Journal of Public Health, 100(10), 1867-1876. doi:10.2105/AJPH.2009.184796
This article provides an in-depth examination of potential HIV transmission prevention.
Pestka, E. L., Burbank, K. F., & Junglen, L. M. (2010). Improving nursing practice with genomics. Nursing Management, 41(3), 40–44. doi: 10.1097/01.NUMA.0000369499.99852.c3
This article provides an overview of genomics and how nurses can apply it in practice.
Yao, L., & Algase, D. (2008). Emotional intervention strategies for dementia-related behavior: A theory synthesis. The Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, 40(2), 106-115.
This article discusses a new model that was developed from empirical and theoretical evidence to examine intervention strategies for patients with dementia.
Optional Resources
Calzone, K. A., Cashion, A., Feetham, S., Jenkins, J., Prows, C. A., Williams, J. K., & Wung, S. (2010). Nurses transforming health care using genetics and genomics. Nursing Outlook, 58(1), 26–35. doi:10.1016/j.outlook.2009.05.001
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Lea, D. (2009). Basic genetics and genomics: A primer for nurses. Online Journal of Issues in Nursing, 14(2), 1–3.
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Matzo, M. (2009). Evidence for excellence: Medication for dementia. AJN, American Journal of Nursing, 109(9), 73–7 4.
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (2010). Ten leading causes of death and injury. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/injury/wisqars/LeadingCauses.html
Healthy People 2020—Improving the Health of Americans. (2014). Retrieved from http://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/default.aspx
Discussion: Biomedial Sciences in Nursing
Post your responses to the Discussion based on the course requirements.
Your Discussion postings should be written in standard edited English and follow APA guidelines as closely as possible given the constraints of the online platform. Be sure to support your work with specific citations from this week's Learning Resources and additional scholarly sources as appropriate. Initial postings must be 250–350 words (not including references).
ADD THESE QUESTIONS IN THE DISCUSSION YOU COMPLETED.
Describe one biomedical theory or model frequently used in health care and provide your rational for how it relates to improved patient outcomes.
