Fundamentals of Nursing, 9e
Fundamentals of Nursing, 9e
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ISBN: 9780323327404
Author: Patricia A. Potter RN MSN PhD FAAN, Anne Griffin Perry RN EdD FAAN, Patricia Stockert RN BSN MS PhD, Amy Hall RN BSN MS PhD CNE
Publisher: Elsevier Science
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Make a case for the applicability of grand theories (in modern nursing) and define in what way the healthcare provider can apply the original theory of nursing (Nightingale’s environmental theory) in the critical care unit setting.

Introduction:

A nursing class is conducting a conversation about the usefulness of grand theories. Make a case for the applicability of grand theories (in modern nursing) and define in what way the healthcare provider can apply the original theory of nursing (Nightingale’s environmental theory) in the critical care unit, emergency department, and home health.

(a)

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Grand theories are broad in scope, abstract, and complex. Hence, they need to clarify through research. So, that it can be practiced to nursing care. It does not offer directions for particular interventions of nursing rather; it delivers the framework (structural) for global thoughts about nursing. The application of Nightingale’s theory in the critical care unit is described below.

Critical care unit:

In the critical care unit, there may be chances for patient’s disorientation due to noise and continual actions.  The health care providers should dim the light (for quiet periods) and regulate the noises. They can provide music therapy that may help the patient and their family to get relaxation.

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Summary Introduction

To determine:

Make a case for the applicability of grand theories (in modern nursing) and define in what way the healthcare provider can apply the original theory of nursing (Nightingale’s environmental theory) in the emergency department (ED).

Introduction:

A nursing class is conducting a conversation about the usefulness of grand theories. Make a case for the applicability of grand theories (in modern nursing) and define in what way the healthcare provider can apply the original theory of nursing (Nightingale’s environmental theory) in the critical care unit, emergency department, and home health.

(b)

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The application of Nightingale’s theory in the emergency department is described below:

Nurses play an important role in the emergency department by inhibiting contamination (by body fluids) and regulating a hygienic environment. This is achieved by directing the sanitary worker to clean the floor using disinfectant, changing the bed and bed spreads regularly.

(c)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Make a case for the applicability of grand theories (in modern nursing) and define in what way the healthcare provider can apply the original theory of nursing (Nightingale’s environmental theory) in home health.

Introduction:

A nursing class is conducting a conversation about the usefulness of grand theories. Make a case for the applicability of grand theories (in modern nursing) and define in what way the healthcare provider can apply the original theory of nursing (Nightingale’s environmental theory) in the critical care unit, emergency department, and home health.

(c)

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Explanation of Solution

The application of Nightingale’s theory in the home health setting is described below,

In the home setting, a health care provider ensures that patients have a clean, safe, and clutter-free atmosphere and also evaluate for clean food, water, clothing, shelter, and medical supplies. The healthcare provider promotes fresh air and sunlight for the patient (who are homebound) and also evaluate the sleeping patterns to ensure patient’s sufficient rest.

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