26 Jan Please respond to

Unit 2 Discussion

DQ1 Types of Theory

Please read the following introduction and complete the following steps for your initial discussion post:

There are a number of methods for classifying theory in nursing. These include classification based on range/scope or abstractness (metatheory, grand, middle-range, and practice) and type or purpose of the theory (descriptive, explanatory, predictive, and prescriptive).

For this week’s discussion post, address the following:

Identify one theory that relate to your area of practice.

Discuss the type of the selected theory according to scope and purpose.

Provide an example of how the selected theory can be applied to your area of practice. The example should include core elements of the theory and demonstrate its practical application.

Be sure to supplement your discussion with your personal and professional experiences.

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis, and include peer reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.

This topic is valued at 40 points. Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria.

Estimated time to complete: 2 hours

Unit 2 Discussion 1 Peer Response due Sunday

Please respond to at least 2 of your peer’s posts. To ensure that your responses are substantive, use at least three of these prompts:

Do you agree with your peers’ choice of abstract theory; if it is different from yours, discuss the differences.

Do you agree with your peers’ choice of specific theory; if it is different from yours, discuss the differences.

Share your thoughts on how they would apply their chosen theories.

Present new references that support your opinions.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.

DQ2

Nursing Metaparadigms

Please read the following introduction and complete the following steps for your initial discussion post:

This discussion question focuses on the four nursing paradigms, which are comprised of person, health, environment, and nursing. Each metaparadigm plays a key role in the nursing process and is essential when providing patient care.

Select one metaparadigm (person, health, nursing, or environment).

Describe the metaparadigm’s significance specific to your nursing practice.

Compare and contrast two nursing theorists’ individual interpretations of the selected nursing metaparadigm.

Be sure to supplement your discussion with your personal and professional experiences.

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis, and include peer reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.

This topic is valued at 40 points. Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria.

Estimated time to complete: 2 hours

Unit 2 Discussion 2 Peer Response due Sunday

Please respond to at least 2 of your peer’s posts. To ensure that your responses are substantive, use at least three of these prompts:

Compare your selected metaparadigm with your peers’ selections in terms of its relevance and significance

Contrast the significance of the metaparadigms to your practice with that presented by your peers.

Share any additional thoughts about the four metaparadigms.

Present new references that support your opinions.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format. Estimated time to complete: 1 hour