Ericsson

Signature Assignment Title: Theory Overview

This week, you will develop a PowerPoint presentation reviewing the theories from each module. Please select one theory from each module (1-8) and answer the following questions. You should have two slides per theory:

• Describe the theory
• Provide 3 examples of how the theory applies to current practice
• Provide 3 positive patient outcomes resulting from utilizing the theory
• Explain 3 benefits to nursing satisfaction when utilizing the theory
• Describe two barriers to using the theory in practice and at least one method for overcoming each barrier (support methods with sources)
• Support from literature clearly noted throughout

The PowerPoint presentation should include at least two outside references and the textbook. The presentation should contain 2 to 4 slides per theory, for a total of 16 to 32 slides.

Learning Materials

• Smith, M. C., & Parker, M. E. (2015). Nursing theories and nursing practice (4th ed.).  Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis. Chapters 19 - 22

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·  Module 1: Research and Nightingale

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·  Module 2: Peplau, Henderson, and Orem

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·  Module 3: Johnson, Orlando, and the 1950-60’s

Module 4: King & Rogers

Module 5: Roy, Neuman, and the 1970’s

Module 6: Leininger, Newman, and Watson

Module 7: Parse, Erickson, and Tomlin & Swain

Module 8: Theories of the 1980’s and 1990’s