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Approaches to Theory Development in Nursing
Last week, you examined concept analysis and development for research. Building on that knowledge base, the focus now turns to how concept analysis and development applies to theory. You will evaluate the conceptual components of theory, and articulate the relationships that link concepts within a theory.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Evaluate the conceptual components of theory utilized in nursing practice
Determine the structural relationship of concepts and statements to a theory applied in nursing practice
Learning Resources
Required Readings
McEwin, M., & Wills, E. M. (2019). Theoretical basis for nursing. (5th ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.
Chapter 4, “Theory Development: Structuring Conceptual Relationships in Nursing”
Chapter 4 discusses theory development and examines the components of theories: concepts, theoretical statements, assumptions, and model development. In addition, the interrelationship between theory, research, and practice is examined.
Chapter 6, “Overview of Grand Nursing Theories”
Chapter 6 presents an overview of grand theories and how they have influenced nursing practice and research.
Gray, J.R., Grove, S.K., & Sutherland, S. (2017). Burns and Groves the practice of nursing research: Appraisal, synthesis, and generation of evidence (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier.
Review Chapter 8, “Frameworks”
Cooper, E. (2009). Creating a culture of professional development: A milestone pathway tool for registered nurses. Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 40(11), 501-508.
This article describes how a culture of professional development is found to have a positive impact on nurse retention and satisfaction, creating a culture of professional development.
Perkins, M., Jensen, P., Jaccard, J., Gollwitzer, P., Oettingen, G., Pappadopulos, E., & Hoagwood, K. (2007). Applying theory-driven approaches to understanding and modifying clinicians’ behavior: what do we know? Psychiatric Services, 58(3), 342-348.
This article provides an examination of theory-driven approaches for understanding a clinicians behavior through the analysis of their attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.
Rushing, A. M. (2008). The unitary life pattern of persons experiencing serenity in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Advances in Nursing Science, 31(3), 198-210.
This article discusses a research study that utilizes Newmans grand theory as a part of its theoretical framework.
Veo, P. (2010). Concept mapping for applying theory to nursing practice. Journal for Nurses in Staff Development, 26(1), 17-22. doi: 10.1097/NND.0b013e3181cc2d6f
This article explores the use of concept mapping as a tool used to apply theory into daily nursing practices.
Woods, N. F., & Magyary, D. L. (2010). Translational research: Why nursings interdisciplinary collaboration is essential. Research & Theory for Nursing Practice, 24(1), 924. doi:10.1891/1541-6577.24.1.9
This article focuses on the use of translation research within the nursing profession and strategies for nursing leadership to apply translation practices.
Optional Resources
Panniers, T. L., Feuerbach, R. D., & Soeken, K. L. (2003). Methods in informatics: Using data derived from a systematic review of health care texts to develop a concept map for use in the neonatal intensive care setting. Journal of Biomedical Informatics, 36(45), 232239. doi:10.1016/j.jbi.2003.09.010
Discussion: Conceptual Components of Theory
Post your responses to the Discussion based on the course requirements.
Your Discussion postings should be written in standard edited English and follow APA guidelines as closely as possible given the constraints of the online platform. Be sure to support your work with specific citations from this week’s Learning Resources and additional scholarly sources as appropriate. Initial postings must be 250350 words (not including references). Approaches to Theory Development in Nursing
Last week, you examined concept analysis and development for research. Building on that knowledge base, the focus now turns to how concept analysis and development applies to theory. You will evaluate the conceptual components of theory, and articulate the relationships that link concepts within a theory.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Evaluate the conceptual components of theory utilized in nursing practice
Determine the structural relationship of concepts and statements to a theory applied in nursing practice
Learning Resources
Required Readings
McEwin, M., & Wills, E. M. (2019). Theoretical basis for nursing. (5th ed.) Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health.
Chapter 4, “Theory Development: Structuring Conceptual Relationships in Nursing”
Chapter 4 discusses theory development and examines the components of theories: concepts, theoretical statements, assumptions, and model development. In addition, the interrelationship between theory, research, and practice is examined.
Chapter 6, “Overview of Grand Nursing Theories”
Chapter 6 presents an overview of grand theories and how they have influenced nursing practice and research.
Gray, J.R., Grove, S.K., & Sutherland, S. (2017). Burns and Groves the practice of nursing research: Appraisal, synthesis, and generation of evidence (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier.
Review Chapter 8, “Frameworks”
Cooper, E. (2009). Creating a culture of professional development: A milestone pathway tool for registered nurses. Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 40(11), 501-508.
This article describes how a culture of professional development is found to have a positive impact on nurse retention and satisfaction, creating a culture of professional development.
Perkins, M., Jensen, P., Jaccard, J., Gollwitzer, P., Oettingen, G., Pappadopulos, E., & Hoagwood, K. (2007). Applying theory-driven approaches to understanding and modifying clinicians’ behavior: what do we know? Psychiatric Services, 58(3), 342-348.
This article provides an examination of theory-driven approaches for understanding a clinicians behavior through the analysis of their attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.
Rushing, A. M. (2008). The unitary life pattern of persons experiencing serenity in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Advances in Nursing Science, 31(3), 198-210.
This article discusses a research study that utilizes Newmans grand theory as a part of its theoretical framework.
Veo, P. (2010). Concept mapping for applying theory to nursing practice. Journal for Nurses in Staff Development, 26(1), 17-22. doi: 10.1097/NND.0b013e3181cc2d6f
This article explores the use of concept mapping as a tool used to apply theory into daily nursing practices.
Woods, N. F., & Magyary, D. L. (2010). Translational research: Why nursings interdisciplinary collaboration is essential. Research & Theory for Nursing Practice, 24(1), 924. doi:10.1891/1541-6577.24.1.9
This article focuses on the use of translation research within the nursing profession and strategies for nursing leadership to apply translation practices.
Optional Resources
Panniers, T. L., Feuerbach, R. D., & Soeken, K. L. (2003). Methods in informatics: Using data derived from a systematic review of health care texts to develop a concept map for use in the neonatal intensive care setting. Journal of Biomedical Informatics, 36(45), 232239. doi:10.1016/j.jbi.2003.09.010
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Discussion: Conceptual Components of Theory
Post your responses to the Discussion based on the course requirements.
Your Discussion postings should be written in standard edited English and follow APA guidelines as closely as possible given the constraints of the online platform. Be sure to support your work with specific citations from this week’s Learning Resources and additional scholarly sources as appropriate. Initial postings must be 250350 words (not including references).
