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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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1912
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: [email protected]
Cellular Phone: 0922-868-96-74
