NU500-8B-Unit 2 Discussion 2 - Nursing Metaparadigm

Discussion Question/Prompt [Due Friday]

Please read the following introduction and complete the following steps for your initial discussion post:

This discussion question focuses on the four nursing paradigms, which are comprised of person, health, environment, and nursing. Each metaparadigm plays a key role in the nursing process and is essential when providing patient care.

• Select one metaparadigm (person, health, nursing, or environment). 
• Describe the metaparadigm’s significance specific to your nursing practice.
• Compare and contrast two nursing theorists' individual definitions/interpretations of the selected nursing metaparadigm (person, health, nursing, or environment).
• Be sure to supplement your discussion with your personal and professional experiences.

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis, and include peer reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position. 
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.