theories quiz 1

Kings theory of Goal Attainment- perception-judgement-action-reaction-interaction-transaction-feedback loop. Must be alert and oriented for this theory. Concepts- nursing, health, individuals, environment, perception, communication, transaction, & stress. Assumptions- individuals are social beings, sentiment, rational and reacting. (Grand Theory) “If transactions are made in nurse-client relationships, growth, and development will be enhanced”

- Florence Nightingale- first nursing theorist

- Patricia Benner’s Model of Skill Acquisition in Nursing ( MiddleRange)- Practice develops through experimental learning and through transmitting that learning practice to setting. Novice vs competent nurse. Concepts are competence, skill acquisition, experience, clinical & practical knowledge

- Kolb’s Theory of Learning Style & Experiential Learning-concrete experience- reflective observation- abstract conceptualization- active experimentation

- Ekes Theory of Chronic Sorrow- ( Middle range theory)- explains the experiences of people across the lifespan who encounter disparity after a significant loss

- Selye The stress of life ( non nursing theory)- ( middle range theory) Physiologic and biochemical response to stress ( real or imagined) fight or flight/ The response to a nonspecific stressor is the general adaption syndrome (GAS)

- Orem’s Theory of Self Care- ( Grand theory) selfcare requisites, self-care agency and deliberate action. A person is responsible to care for one’s self as well as the family members who are in need for care