Discussion: Analysis and Evaluation of Frameworks and Theories

Required Readings

McEwin, M., & Wills, E. M. (2019). Theoretical basis for nursing (5th ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.

· Chapter 5, “Theory Analysis and Evaluation” (pp. 94-111)

· Chapter 7, “Grand Nursing Theories Based on Human Needs” (pp. 131-156)

Chapter 5 provides valuable information for the evaluation of frameworks and theories. As you prepare for this week’s Discussion, focus especially on “Theory Analysis and Evaluation: Fawcett” (pp. 99-100) and “Theory Description and Critique: Chinn and Krammer” (pp. 100-101), which relate to this week’s Discussion. As you read the “Betty Neuman: The Neuman Systems Model” section of Chapter 7 (pp. 150-155), consider how NSM serves as an exemplar for nursing frameworks.

Walker, L. O., & Avant, K. C. (2019). Strategies for theory construction in nursing (6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.

· Chapter 6, “Theory Derivation” (pp. 99-110)

· Chapter 9, “Theory Synthesis” (pp. 149-164)

· Chapter 12, “Theory Analysis” (pp. 208-228)

· Chapter 13, Chapter 13, “Assessing the Credibility and Scope of Nursing Knowledge Development: Concepts, Statements, and Theories” (pp. 239-246)