NR501 Week 7 Discussion Latest

Nursing Theory Applied to Research or Education (graded)

This week, we will discuss the extent a nursing theory drive or provide a framework for your undergraduate education. We will discuss which theory was used and you will provide a brief description of the theory and explain the effectiveness of the theory in relation to your undergraduate education. The majority of the state boards of nursing require an organizing framework be identified for undergraduate nursing programs. Also, the national accrediting agencies of the National League for Nursing (NLN) and American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) have noted in their accreditation standards the need for an organizing framework.

There is a complementary relationship between theory and research. Research conducted with either philosophical theory to clarify, modify, and/or extend a nursing theory. This week, we will look at research studies that does not describe or name a theory or conceptual framework. We will discuss what consequences, if any, is there from the absence of a guiding framework or theory?

This week’s course outcomes are directly related to this week’s discussions:

2). Propose strategies for use of relevant theories that nurse leaders can employ in selected healthcare or educational organizations considering legal and ethical principles. (PO #2, 6)

5). Recommend strategies for the use of theory as the basis for actions of advanced nursing practice in leadership and education. (PO #5)

Please answer the following question:

The content for this week focused on applying nursing theory to research and education. Select one area (either research or education), select a nursing theory and then apply the selected nursing theory to the area. For example, how could theory be used to select a research topic? How nursing theory would be used within the classroom or clinical setting? Be sure to provide an example that demonstrates the application to either research or education. Don’t forget to include a scholarly reference.

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NR501 Week 8 Discussion: Course Reflection

Course Reflection and Future Application (graded)

In this last week of class, we ask you to reflect on all you have learned these past weeks. Describe how you as an advanced nurse will interpret and apply theory in your practical environment (i.e., leadership or education) compared to when you first started this course. When did the paradigm shift in your thinking occur? Describe your shift in thinking with details and examples.

Describe your relevant actions, thoughts, and feelings, as well as the situation’s specific circumstances and features. Relate how you did or would – in a similar situation in the future – apply what you have learned in this course. We can meet the course objectives by reflecting on the theories that nurse leaders can employ in your own work environment.

This week, we will discuss all you have learned in these past weeks. Relate how you did or would – in a similar situation in the future – apply what you have learned in this course.

The course outcomes for this week are directly related to this week’s discussions:

2) Propose strategies for use of relevant theories that nurse leaders can employ in selected healthcare or educational organizations, considering legal and ethical principles. (PO #2, 6)

Throughout the discussions occurring within NR 501, a common element has been application of theory. In this our last discussion regarding theory, it is time to focus on you and your capstone experience (yes, it is never too early consider this major project!). While it is too early to identify your project, let’s consider on your future practice area as this is the setting your project will occur in.

Based upon your self-reflection and use of nursing theory within the discussions and assignments, select ONE nursing theory that you prefer and answer the following questions:

1. Why do you prefer the nursing theory you selected?

2. How can this theory be used in your current practice area (education, executive, advanced clinical practice, informatics, or healthcare policy)?

3. How can this theory be used in your future practice area (education, executive advanced clinical practice, informatics or healthcare policy)?

Dr. Luoma