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FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING PRACTICE

I. Course Description:

This 3-unit course covers concepts of the foundations of the science and art of nursing;

theoretical, philosophical, and conceptual models as foundations of nursing and an analysis ofthe trends, issues and future directions of nursing, including the evolution of the nursing

profession.

II. Specific Objectives

At the end of the course, the student will be able to:

1. Discuss the history of theory development in nursing

2. Identify the major concepts of selected nursing theories and other related theories

3. Appreciate the relevance of nursing theories in the development of the nursing

profession.

III.Course Schedule

Date Content

December 18, 2011 Orientation of the CourseSchedule of Submission of Requirements

Lecture-Discussion on the following topics:A. Introduction to Nursing Theories

-Historical development

-Definitions, Components, and Elements of a Theory-Characteristics of a Theory

-Theory Development

-Types of Theory

-Uses of Theory-Discussion of a Nursing Theorist:Florence Nightingale

-Start of Reporting:1. Virginia Henderson

2. Faye Glenn Abdellah

3. Lydia Hall

4. Jean Watson

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St. Paul University Philippines(St. Paul University System)

Tuguegarao, Cagayan

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5. Patricia Benner

Date Content

December 19, 2011 Continuation of reporting

1. Dorothea Orem

2. Martha Rogers

3. Dorothy Johnson

4. Sister Callista Roy

5. Betty Neuman

6. Imogene King

7. Hildegard Peplau

8. Madeleine Leininger

9. Margarette Newman

10. Joyce Travelbee

January 7, 2012

(Alternative Class)

Case Analysis

January 8, 2012(Alternative Class)

Mid Term Exam:Critique of three theories. Choose one among the list of

developmental, theories of change and search one Filipinotheory:

Developmental Theories

Jean Piaget

Lawrence Kohlberg

Sigmund Freud

Erik EriksonTheories of Change

Lewins Change Theory

Lippits Change Theory

Chin & Bennes Planned Change

Filipino Nursing Theories:

January 14, 2012

(Alternative Class)

Final Exam:

In one page of short bond paper, times newroman, font 12; Discuss the future of nursing

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theory

Case Analysis

Two research article critique/nursing journal

IV. Methodology

PowerPoint Presentation

Lecture-Discussion

Group Dynamics

V. Requirements

-Attendance

-Case Analysis

-Individual Reports

- Critique of Research Papers/

Nursing Journals

Mid term and Final Exam

VI. Rubrics

A. Attendance and Participation

Total Number of Meetings: 5 (Saturdays 800am-500pm)

Excellent

(Satisfies all criteria)

-attends all the sessions

-attends class on time

-participates actively in class

discussions

1.0

Very Satisfactory(Satisfies only 2 of the criteria)

1.25

Satisfactory

(Satisfies only 1 of the criteria)

1.5

Needs Improvement

(Does not satisfy any of the criteria)

2.25

B. Case Analysis

Given a situation, student is expected to analyze a case utilizing a particular theory using the

nursing process approach.

Excellent(Satisfies all criteria)

-submits paper on time

-clearly presents the process of

assessment, planning,

intervention and evaluation

-integrates major concepts in

1.0

Very Satisfactory

(Satisfies only 2 of the criteria)

1.25/ 1.5

Satisfactory

(Satisfies only 1 of the criteria)

1.75/2.0

Needs Improvement 2.25

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(Does not satisfy any of the criteria) Nursing theory

C. Reports of Assigned Theory

Excellent

(Satisfies all criteria) -clearly presents and understands all

major concepts

-relates topic with real life situations-includes continuity between topics

-expands information from what wasgathered from readings

-demonstrates critical thinking skills

by identifying issues and values

1.0

Very Satisfactory

(Satisfies only 4 of the criteria)

1.25/ 1.5

Satisfactory(Satisfies only 3 of the criteria)

1.75/ 2.0

Needs Improvement(Satisfies only 2 of the criteria)

2.25

D. Critique of Research/Midterm and Final Examination

Excellent

(Satisfies all criteria) -clearly presents relationship

between concepts-includes continuity between topics

-writes clearly and effectively to

express ideas and opinions-presents accuracy of information

-sites updated literature

1.0

Very Satisfactory

(Satisfies only 4 of the criteria)

1.25/ 1.5

Satisfactory

(Satisfies only 3 of the criteria)

1.75/ 2.0

Needs Improvement

(Satisfies only 2 of the criteria)

2.25

VII. Grading System

Average Class Standing = (Class Participation + Attendance)/ 2

Midterm Grade= (Average Class Standing + CA + ME)/ 3

Final Average= (Average Class Standing + CA + FE)/ 3

Final Grade= (FA + MG + CI)/ 3

Numerical Grade Description Equivalent

1.0 Outstanding 98-100

1.25 Excellent 95-97

1.50 Very Satisfactory 92-94

1.75 Satisfactory 89-91

2.00 Fair 86-88

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VIII. References

Marriner-Tomey, A. & Alligood, M. R. (2005) Nursing Theorist and Their Work . 6th

Edition. St. Louis: Mosby, Inc.George, J. (Ed). (2002). Nursing Theories: The base for professional nursing practice. 5th Ed.

Norwalk, CT: Appleton and Lange.Chinn, P. and Kramer, M. (1999). Theory and nursing: integrated knowledge development.

5th Ed. St. Louis: Mosby.Fitzpatrick, J., Whall, A. (2004). Conceptual Models of Nursing: Analysis and Application.

4th Ed. NJ: Prentice Hall

Prepared By:

Rowena F. Ramos MAN,RN (Nursing)

Course Lecturer

Email: rowena_ramos04@yahoo.com

Cellular Phone: 0922-868-96-74