NCM 100: Theoretical Foundations in Nursing

Questions and Answers

Who proposed the Theory of Goal Attainment?

Jean Watson

Hildegard Peplau

Ida Jean Orlando

Imogene King (correct)

What is the primary focus of nursing according to the Theory of Goal Attainment?

A process of human interactions between nurse and client.

The Theory of Goal Attainment states that the nurse and patient/client are usually familiar with each other before meeting.

False

According to Imogene King, nursing involves _ and _ between the nurse and client.

communication, goal-setting Signup and view all the answers

What are the major concepts of the Personalized System in Imogene King's theory?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Define the concept of 'Self' in the context of Imogene King's theory.

A person's total subjective environment that constitutes their inner world. Signup and view all the answers

The concept of _____ relates to how one perceives their body and others' reactions to their appearance.

Body Image Signup and view all the answers

In Imogene King's theory, communication is defined as a process of giving and receiving information.

True Signup and view all the answers

According to King's theory, which of the following is a characteristic of the Interpersonal System?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of transaction in the Interpersonal System as per Imogene King?

A process of interactions where human beings communicate to achieve valued goals. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Imogene King: Theory of Goal Attainment

Nursing is defined as a dynamic interplay of action, reaction, and interaction between the nurse and client, enabling them to share perceptions in nursing scenarios.
The nursing process involves mutual understanding and goal-setting through communication, facilitating shared objectives and pathways to achieve them.

Key Concepts of the Theory

Patients and nurses start as strangers but unite in healthcare settings for mutual assistance in health maintenance.
Effective communication allows for goal-setting and collective actions towards achieving those goals.

Conceptual System Overview

The theory distinguishes three primary systems: Personal, Interpersonal, and Social.
Personal System encompasses individual characteristics; Interpersonal System involves group dynamics; and Social System relates to broader societal influences.

Personal System Dynamics

Self: Represents a person’s complete subjective environment, evolving as a goal-oriented open system.
Perception: The process of interpreting and organizing sensory data, shaping an individual’s reality expressed through their behavior.
Growth and Development: Describes the ongoing changes in individuals, transitioning from potential to self-actualization.
Body Image: Represents one’s perception of their physical self and how they believe others view them, distinguishing it from their overall self-perception.
Space and Time: Space is understood as a territory defined by its physical presence and behavior; time relates to the unique human experience of events.

Interpersonal System Characteristics

This system includes how humans interact, including dyads (two individuals), triads (three), and larger groups, with complexity increasing with group size.
Interaction: Observable behaviors during mutual engagements involving perception, judgment, action, and reaction.
Communication: A method of transferring information, which can occur face-to-face or through various media.
Transaction: An interactive process where individuals engage with their environment to achieve valued goals through observable behaviors.

Summary of Interactions in Nursing

Effective interactions depend on mutual presence and goal direction, characterized by distinct ideas and attitudes contributed by each participant.
Communication is pivotal for establishing relationships and successfully navigating the transactional nature of nurse-client dynamics.