nursing grand theories

The development of nursing knowledge is an ongoing process. Discuss the case for the ongoing development and use of nursing grand theories and conversely, make a case for the obsolescence of nursing grand theories for today’s practice and research.

Topics

· Philosophy

· Metaparadigm

· Conceptual Models

· Theory: General Issues

· Grand Theory

· Middle Range Theory

· Practice Theory/Micro Theory/Situation-Specific Theory

Weekly Objectives

By the end of the lesson, the learner will:

· Critique nursing’s conceptual models, grand theories, and mid-range theories.

· Examine the influence that nursing models and theories have upon research and practice.

· Apply nursing theory or theories to nursing research.

Student Learning Outcomes:  (Outcomes 2, 3, 5)

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

· Critique nursing’s conceptual models, grand theories, and mid-range theories.

· Examine the influence that nursing models and theories have upon research and practice.

· Apply nursing theory or theories to nursing research.

End of Program Outcome:

· Integrate nursing and related sciences into the delivery of care to clients across diverse healthcare settings.

** Please note that I expect 400 words in your initial post by Wednesday 23:59pm with 2 scholarly references. Please include an answer to two peers by Saturday 23:59pm. Please see the discussion rubric.