NCM 100: Theoretical Foundations in Nursing

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What significant contribution did Florence Nightingale make after the Crimean War?

She founded the first nursing school in Italy.

She established schools of nursing. (correct)

She initiated military nursing programs.

She created standardized nursing textbooks.

Which aspect of her approach to nursing did Florence Nightingale emphasize?

Team-based patient care

Use of advanced medical technology

Psychological support of patients

Control of the physical environment (correct)

What was a key characteristic of the first organized nursing school established in Germany?

It utilized only theoretical instruction.

It provided education exclusively for men.

It focused only on surgical nursing.

It included one patient, one nurse, and one cook. (correct)

What aspect of nursing did Nightingale want women to focus on teaching themselves?

Everyday sanitary knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What was Gertrude Reichardt's role in nursing education history?

She was the first matron of a nursing school. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following did Nightingale identify as vital for the health of individuals and families?

Ventilation and light Signup and view all the answers

What is a misconception about the role of the environment in nursing as proposed by Nightingale?

Patient care is independent of environmental factors. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the major areas of focus within Nightingale's environmental model?

Health of houses Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus of nursing according to Nightingale's Environmental Theory?

To alter the patient's environment for health improvement Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following aspects is emphasized by Nightingale in her consideration of the environment?

Cleanliness and ventilation Signup and view all the answers

How does Nightingale's view on health differ from that of pathology?

Nature plays a critical role in healing Signup and view all the answers

What role did Virginia Henderson play in the nursing profession?

She was the first full-time instructor in nursing. Signup and view all the answers

According to Nightingale, what are essential environmental factors that need to be addressed for a patient's health?

Fresh air and efficient drainage Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the nursing profession's responsibility based on Nightingale's theories?

Nurses should focus on environmental modifications to aid healing. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about Nightingale's definition of 'person' in her nursing model?

Person is viewed independently from their environment. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of nursing education history is associated with Virginia Henderson?

She served as the first full-time nursing instructor. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nursing problems pertains to personal spirituality?

To facilitate the progress towards achievement of personal spiritual goals Signup and view all the answers

What significant role did Jean Watson hold at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center?

Endowed Chair in Caring Science Signup and view all the answers

Faye Glenn Abdellah conceptualized nursing as which of the following?

An art and science that serves individuals and families Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing problem is focused on maintaining bodily functions?

To facilitate the maintenance of F&E balance Signup and view all the answers

In her educational background, where did Jean Watson obtain her PhD?

University of Colorado Signup and view all the answers

Which nursing problem addresses the awareness of one's individual needs?

To facilitate awareness of self as an individual with varying needs Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus of the nursing theory proposed by Abdellah?

Identifying and addressing nursing problems Signup and view all the answers

Jean Watson's contributions to nursing include numerous honorary degrees. What is the total number she received?

Six Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Instructional Learning Guide

This guide is for the subject NCM 100 (Theoretical Foundations in Nursing)
It's for the first semester of the 2022-2023 academic year.
It's for distance learning students at the Medical Colleges of Northern Philippines, Alimannao Hills Penablanca, Cagayan.
The guide is structured for course completion using lectures, activities, and assessments.
Learning outcomes for each chapter are provided as checklists.
Lectures notes are supplemented by teacher insights and videos.
Students complete essay questions, case analyses and self-assessment exercises to develop critical thinking.
A learning portfolio is required to collect all written outputs.

Chapter 1: Introduction to Nursing Theory (definition of theory, nursing theory, nursing paradigms, philosophy, conceptual models, science, knowledge, phenomenon, concepts)
Chapter 2: Importance of Nursing Theory in Education, Research, and Clinical Practice
Chapter 3: Four Ways of Knowing (empirical, ethical, aesthetic, personal)
Chapter 4: Development Process of Theory in Nursing (rationalism, empiricism, science & theory in the early 20th century, science & theory in the late 20th century)
Chapter 5: Categories of Theories (micro-range, middle range, grand theories, non-nursing theories)
Chapter 6: Selected Nursing Theories and Conceptual Models (Philosophies, Grand Theories, Middle-Range Theories, Conceptual Models)
Chapter 7: Local Models of Nursing Intervention.
Chapter 8: Core Values (Love of God, Caring, Compassion, Conscience, Competence, Confidence, Commitment, Love of People, Respect for the dignity of each person regardless of race, creed, color, and gender, Love of Country, Patriotism)
Chapter 9: Core Competencies under 11 Key Areas of Responsibilities.
Appendices (Records Management, Rubrics, List of additional references, List of figures, Acknowledgement and Disclaimer)
Course Details (Subject, Number of Class Hours, Subject Teacher, Year Level, Course, and Contact Number)

Course Description

This course covers meta concepts (person, health, environment, and nursing)
It includes theories and concepts for nursing practice
It addresses health issues as a multi-factorial phenomenon

Course Outcomes

Students will be able to differentiate nursing views and non-nursing theories.
Students will be able to utilize selected theories in client care.
Students will be able to demonstrate competencies in the care of clients.

Methodology of Implementation

This is a distance learning strategy.
Students are provided with the Instructional Learning Guide or registered in the Learning Management System (LMS)
The teacher uses online platforms or text messages for communication and orientations.
Specific instructions are provided on how to complete course activities, organized chapter-wise per syllabus.

Midterms Coverage

Specific instructions are provided to complete each chapter
Students need to read the lectures and watch videos to supplement the notes
Assessment exercises are provided to evaluate understanding
A learning portfolio is required.
Lecture topics and subtopics for the Midterm exam are detailed.

Activities and Assessment

Self-assessment exercises
Theory critiques.

Other Notes

Detailed summaries of nursing theories (e.g., Florence Nightingale, Virginia Henderson, Faye Abdellah, Jean Watson, Madeleine Leininger, Nola Pender, Hildegard Peplau, Joyce Travelbee, Martha Rogers, Sister Callista Roy, Dorothea Orem) are covered throughout.
Included are details on the roles of the nurse, the metaparadigms, and the elements of the nursing process.

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Description

This guide serves as an instructional resource for NCM 100, focusing on the theoretical foundations of nursing. It outlines course completion strategies for distance learning students and includes lectures, activities, and assessments to foster critical thinking. Each chapter's learning outcomes are provided as checklists to aid in student development.