The Metaparadigm of Nursing: Present Status and Fut ure Refinement s Jacqueline Fawcett‚ Ph.D.‚ F.A.A.N. Abstract The central concepts and themes of t he discipline of nursing are identified and formalized as nursing’s metaparadigm. Examples illustrate the direction provided by the metaparadigm for theory development. Refinements of the metaparadigm through conceptual models and programs of nursing research are proposed. T he discipline of nursing will advance only through continuous
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1970s and her theory remains relevant to modern-day nursing practice. JeanWatson’s theory of human caring has three elements which are the Carative Factors‚ the Transpersonal Caring Moment and Caring Moment/Caring Occasion. It is a theoretical conception that incorporates holistic care by acknowledging the philosophical and spiritual aspects of nursing (Wadsworth‚ 2012). This paper will provide an overview and a reflection on Jean Watson’s nursing metapardigm and on the caritas processes. A case
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better the inner structure of the metaparadigm. I personally see it like the layers of an Onion with the Metaparadigm being the outer layer swaddling the rest of the components; conceptual models‚ theory‚ and empirical indicators. Metaparadigm is the pattern of thinking used to describe the land of a given discipline. It is the linking vehicle where the knowledge of science‚ logic and theories encounter to provide the perspective of a profession. In nursing‚ metaparadigm directs our activity and includes
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My Metaparadigm as Related to the Theory of Comfort Introduction Practicing as a nurse‚ I realize I follow my own metaparadigm of nursing. In this paper‚ I relate my own personal beliefs with that of a popular nursing theorist. Though my research on theory is just beginning‚ I feel my metaparadigm most relates to that of Katharine Kolcaba and her theory of comfort. I will seek to illustrate my philosophy with the knowledge and nursing experience I have. Origin of Theory The idea of comfort
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Metaparadigm In order to provide the right dimension of care to meet the individual needs of each patient‚ each component of the metaparadigm of nursing must be considered. This metaparadigm was first developed by Florence Nightingale and is still a valid and important tool nurses use every day. Its four components are person‚ environment‚ health and nursing each works to help the other for a better understanding and application of proper care (Fawcett‚ 1994). The first paradigm refers not only
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Values and Philosophy of Nursing A nurse has to be able to integrate multiple aspects of care in order to build a healthy atmosphere fit for their patients. In order to do this‚ a nurse must have a strong understanding of their personal philosophy of nursing will all metaparadigm components of person‚ environment‚ health and nursing. Without one of these‚ I believe a nurse will not be able to give their very best to their patient. According to EdD Anne Bishop (1997)‚ nursing is “at all times an artful
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The nursing metaparadigm is a group of statements that identifies phenomena and incorporates philosophical assumptions that guide the development of nursing theory (Fawcett‚ 1984). Nursing scholars have historically agreed that the central concepts of the nursing metaparadigm include person‚ health‚ environment and nursing. Recently‚ the inclusion of a fifth concept‚ social justice‚ has been discussed in the literature as part of the metaparadigm. This paper will outline the meaning of these five
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There are six world views in nursing: organicism‚ mechanism‚ change‚ persistence‚ totality‚ and simultaneity. I identify most closely with totality. I believe in not only caring for the physical‚ but also the emotional and spiritual. I believe ones environment can positively or negatively influence one’s health and adapting to it as it changes is important for soundness of body‚ mind‚ and spirit. It is important to have knowledge of health norms to guide nursing goals and have desirable outcomes
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The current nursing shortage and high turnover rate among nurses is a great concern‚ not only for health care organizations but also for the general population. The increase in an older population‚ as the “Baby Boomers” approach retirement age will add to this shortage‚ leaving many to wonder who will take care of them in their golden years. Subsequently‚ many of these “Baby Boomers” are nurses themselves and will be retiring‚ adding to the shortage. The Current trend for recent nursing graduates
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nurse‚ I know that nursing is all about the compassion you show to patients. In order to be a good nurse‚ one has to understand both the physical and emotional needs of their patients. A good nurse allows their ethics to guide their nursing. My vision of nursing will not only encompass the care I give to patients‚ but also the care I provide for the community in which I live. Nursing is rooted in public service and the desire to help others. I hope that my philosophy of nursing will incorporate my
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