Case-Assignment: Theory Applied to Research

Case-Assignment: Theory Applied to Research
Case-Assignment: Theory Applied to Research
Case-Assignment: Theory Applied to Research
Week 7 discussion Nursing Theory Applied to Research In NR 500, you developed a PICOT question. Select a nursing theory that you find useful in nursing practice. Discuss each of the following selected elements of the PICOT format by applying your selected nursing theory to the element. Be sure to include a scholarly reference. Population/ Patient Problem: Consider how your selected nursing theory may guide you in selecting the population and/or patient problem Intervention: Does your selected nursing theory identify a possible intervention? If not, how is your selected intervention consist with your selected nursing theory? Outcome: How would the outcome of your PICOT study contribute to your selected nursing theory? Would it add new information? Would it confirm some part of the theory?
Week 8 Course Reflection and Future ApplicationThroughout the discussions occurring within NR 501, a common element has been application of theory. In this our last discussion regarding theory, it is time to focus on you and your capstone experience (yes, it is never too early consider this major project!). While it is too early to identify your project, let’s consider on your future practice area as this is the setting your project will occur in.Based upon your self-reflection and use of nursing theory within the discussions and assignments, select ONE nursing theory that you prefer and answer the following questions:1. Why do you prefer the nursing theory you selected?2. How can this theory be used in your current practice area (education, executive, advanced clinical practice, informatics, or healthcare policy)?3. How can this theory be used in your future practice area (education, executive advanced clinical practice, informatics or healthcare policy)?Dr. Carol and ClassmatesWhen I first started this course, I was unaware of the importance of applying theory to practice or how theory supported the new body of evidence that promotes health promotion and prevention in the nursing profession. From the assignments, discussion boards, feedback and