solved Response to Sierra SimmonsI developed the competency for nursing theory

Response to Sierra SimmonsI developed the
competency for nursing theory development by discussing different nursing
theorists and the framework of their theory. I specifically learned about the
Behavior System Model of Nursing, developed by Dorothy E. Johnson, which
classifies a client as a behavioral system that is influenced by internal and
external environmental factors which contribute to health promotion and
preventing illness. By assessing whether or not an imbalance is present within
the subsystems, nurses can determine how to restore and maintain a balance
between the environments and subsystems. I can apply Johnson’s theory in my
future practice when providing multidimensional care to the patient (behavioral
system) is composed of interrelated subsystems that are influenced by various
environments (physical, mental, social, cultural etc.) By assessing the
patient’s environments, I can gain insight to help determine the proper
interventions for their subsystems.In module two we
continued to learn about theories that have shaped nursing practice. I chose to
research two different theories that were developed by Nola Pender and Myra
Estrin Levine. Nola Pender, who developed the Health Promotion Model, which
focused on modifying unhealthy behaviors to promote health and enhance the
quality of life (Khodaveisi et. al, 2018). Like Johnson’s theory, she believed
that there is a direct correlation between a patient’s environment and their
behaviors. Levine’s Conservation Model of Nursing centers around the nurse’s
ability to maintain wholeness and balance by focusing on the patient’s
responses to adaptations. Levine’s model had a more proactive approach by
promoting the use of preventative measures to prepare for the physical, social,
and emotional adaptations patients’ may experience in response to changes. Both
of these models can be applied in my nursing practice to help understand the
key factors that influence a patient’s behavior and health, especially if
modified behavior can significantly improve their condition.We dissected the
different components of research by critically appraising quantitative and
qualitative research articles. Quantitative research is objective and involves
large study groups. Also, numerical data is collected and it often involves
closed-ended questions and findings that can be generally applied to wide-based
populations. Qualitative research is subjective and analyzes data gathered in
the form of surveys, interviews that are based on an individuals’ experiences.
appraisal consisted of identifying the problem, purpose, methodology, and
literature review of the research. We also discussed the framework of research
as well as the research objectives, procedures, findings, strengths, and
limitations.I developed the
competency to understand the relationship between research, theory, and
evidence-based practice by using theoretical frameworks to help guide and
develop my own research on an issue that will provide an evidence-based
solution. Research provides the basis for the development of theories, and in
turn, these theories provide the structure for new research that will yield the
best evidence-based practice. We learned how to
propose an evidence-based solution by examining different issues within nursing
practice and using research to formulate evidence-based questions. We used the
PICO format to structure our research question and performed a literature
review to gather evidence to support the need for change. My research proposal
examined whether turnover among first-year nurses can be reduced by
participating in a nurse residency program in comparison to first-year nurses
who do not participate in a nurse residency.