NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 1
Discussion
Importance of Theory in Nursing
For many students enrolled in NR501, this is an initial
course for nursing theory. So, let’s
have a debate. Is nursing theory
important to the nursing profession? If
you believe that it is important, explain why it is useful. If you do not believe that it is useful,
explain why nursing theory is not necessary to the profession? Be sure to provide an example that
demonstrates your opinion and a scholarly reference (not using the required
textbook or lesson) which supports your opinion.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 2
Discussion
Development of Nursing Knowledge
Debate with classmates on the dominant philosophical schools
of thought in nursing (received view and perceived view). Which worldview best
encompasses the profession of nursing? Why? Provide an example.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 3
Discussion
Steps of Concept Analysis
At the end of Week 3 your concept analysis is due. This
discussion provides an opportunity to start this assignment. Select a nursing
concept, supported by a nursing theory, and address the following components included
in a concept analysis:
Definition of concept
Identification of three attributes of the concept
Description of one antecedent and one consequence of the
concept
Identification of two empirical referents
Brief explanation of theoretical applications of the concept
(How is the concept relevant to a nursing theory?)
This information does not have to be comprehensive but
provides a foundation to the upcoming assignment. Be sure to include scholarly
references.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 4
Discussion
Nursing Theory
Identify your specialty area of professional practice.
Select a nursing theory from the list of specialty track specific theories
provided in the lesson plan or one of your own findings. Address the following:
(1) briefly identify concepts of the nursing metaparadigm (remember the
selected theory may not include all four concepts); (2) provide an example how
the theory could be used to improve or evaluate the quality of practice in your
specific setting.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 5
Discussion
Analysis and Application of a Nursing Model
Select either the PCN Framework or the Chamberlain Care
Model.
Consider how the following components would be included in
an analysis of the selected model:
Origin of the model
Meaning of the model
Logical adequacy of the model
Usefulness of the model
Generalizability of the model
Degree of parsimony within the model
Testability of the model
What rationale can you provide which validates the selected
model as a theoretical framework for nursing practice? Be sure to include
scholarly references to support your discussion.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 6
Discussion
Borrowed (non-nursing) Theories Applied to the Nursing
Profession
While the focus of this course is nursing theory, frequently
the use of non-nursing or borrowed theories occurs. Identify your future
nursing practice area. Discuss how a specific non-nursing (borrowed) theory has
been or could be applied by nurses (specific to practice focus) to effectively
deal with an issue. Be sure to provide an example of how the non-nursing theory
can be used to enhance the selected practice area. Remember to include
scholarly reference(s) to support your information.
Potential discussion topic focus areas:
Nurse educator practice issues: student retention, faculty
preparation, critical thinking skills.
Nurse leaders or nurse managers - administrative issues:
staffing, use of supplies, staff performance.
Family nurse practitioner - clinical practice issues:
chronic illness, aging population, social determinants of health.
Healthcare policy practice issues - environmental health,
healthy nurse initiative, childhood obesity.
Nursing informatics practice issues - ergonomics, project
management, staff development
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 7
Discussion
Nursing Theory Applied to Evidence Based Practice
This week we are focusing on the application of nursing
theories to evidence-based practice. In NR 500, you explored an area of
interest related to your selected specialty track. You then identified an
issue/concern related to that area of interest. For this discussion: select a
nursing theory or model that can be used as a framework to support the
resolution of your identified issue/concern.
In your initial response, address the following:
How the selected nursing theory or model is relevant to your
specialty track
A brief description of the issue/concern
How the selected nursing theory or model can be used to
guide the resolution of the issue/concern
Include an example from the literature or your own
experience to illustrate your points. Remember to include at least one outside
scholarly source.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 8
Discussion
Course Reflection and Future Application
Throughout the discussion occurring in this course, a common
element has been application of theory. For this final discussion, identify
your future professional practice role. Identify one emerging trend related to
your future professional practice area. Discuss a current theory or envision a
new theory that can be used to support evidence-based change related to the
identified emerging change. Remember to use outside scholarly sources to
support your initial response.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 2
Reflective Essay Guidelines with Scoring Rubric
Purpose
Nursing knowledge is classified in a variety of ways, one of
which is Carper's Patterns of Knowing (Carper, 1978). Carper's framework offers
a lens through which the nurse can reflect upon insights acquired through
empirical, ethical, personal, and aesthetic knowledge (Carper, 1978). Through
intentional reflection using Carper's Patterns of Knowing, nurses can process
experiential learning and knowledge acquired through practice. The purpose of
this assignment is to reflect upon a specific practice situation and better
understand the professional knowledge and insights obtained through that
experience.
Course Outcomes
Through this assessment, the student will meet the following
Course Outcomes:
Demonstrate logical and creative thinking in the analysis
and application of theory to nursing practice. (CO #1)
Examine broad theoretical concepts as foundational to
advanced nursing practice roles. (CO #3)
Total Points Possible
This assignment is worth 100 points.
Due Date
Submit your file by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday at the end of Week
2.
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension
on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be
submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student’s request is not approved,
the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student’s request is approved, the student will be
informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised
due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Requirements
Criteria for Content
Think of a surprising or challenging practice situation in
which you felt underprepared, unprepared, or uncomfortable.
Select an important nursing issue/topic that was inherent to
the identified situation.
As a method of refection, use Carper's Patterns of Knowing
to analyze the situation. In a two- to three-page paper address the following:
Briefly explain the situation
Identify the nursing issue inherent in the identified
situation
What do you think was the underlying reason for the
situation? (Esthetics)
What were your thoughts and feeling in the situation?
(Personal)
What was one personal belief that impacted your actions?
(Ethics)
What evidence in nursing literature supports the nursing
importance of the identified issue? (Empirical)
What new insights did you gain through this reflective
practice opportunity?
Preparing the paper
Submission Requirements
Application: Use Microsoft Word 2013™ to create the written
component of this assessment.
Length:
The paper (excluding the title page and reference page)
should be at least two but no more than three pages.
A minimum of two (2) scholarly literature sources must be
used.
Submission: Submit your file to the Canvas course site by
the due date/time indicated.
Best Practices in Preparing the Reflective Essay
The following are best practices in preparing this
reflective essay.
Review directions thoroughly.
Follow assignment requirements.
Make sure all elements on the grading rubric are included.
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are
followed and consistent with formal, scholarly writing.
Because the paper is a reflective essay, first person is
acceptable for this assignment.
Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page
must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This
includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the
introduction where no heading is used.
Ideas and information that come from scholarly literature
must be cited and referenced correctly.
A minimum of two (2) scholarly literature sources must be
used.
Abide by CCN academic integrity policy.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 3
Concept Analysis
Purpose
This assignment provides the opportunity for the student to
complete an analysis of a concept supported by a nursing theory using an
identified process. The assignment fosters analytical thinking related to the
selected concept as well as application within the profession.
Course Outcomes
CO 1: Demonstrate logical and creative thinking in the
analysis and application of a theory to nursing practice. (PO 2, 5)
CO 4: Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with
respect to the components, relationship among the components, and the
application to advanced nursing practice. (PO 1)
Due Date Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end of Week 3
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension
on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be
submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student’s request is not approved,
the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student’s request is approved, the student will be
informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised
due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Total Points Possible: 250 Points
Requirements
Description of the Assignment
This assignment presents a modified method for conducting a
concept analysis of ONE concept that is important and useful to nursing. The concept for this assignment must be
supported by a published nursing theory. The selected concept is identified and
then the elements of the analysis process are applied in order to synthesize
knowledge for application as demonstrated through the creation of model,
borderline, and contrary cases.
Theoretical applications of the concept are also discussed. Non-nursing
theories may NOT be used. The paper concludes with a synthesis of the student’s
new knowledge about the concept. The scholarly literature is incorporated
throughout the analysis.
Only the elements identified in this assignment should be
used for this concept analysis.
Criteria for Content
Introduction
The
introduction substantively presents all the following elements:
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory
development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory that addresses the selected
concept.
Names the sections of the paper.
Scholarly support is required.
Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept
This section includes:
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a
dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing
references are required).
A substantive discussion of this section with support from
nursing literature is required.
Literature review
This section requires:
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) scholarly
nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the
reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Support from nursing literature is required. Please Note:
Primary research articles about the selected nursing concept are the most
useful resource for the literature review.
Defining attributes, for this section:
A minimum of THREE (3) attributes are required.
A substantive discussion of this section with support from
nursing literature is required
Explanation: An
attribute identifies characteristics of a concept. For this situation, the characteristics of
the selected nursing concept are identified and discussed.
Antecedent and Consequence
This section requires the identification of:
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from
nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An
antecedent is an identifiable occurrence that precedes an event. In this situation, an antecedent precedes a
selected nursing concept. A consequence follows or is the result of an
event. In this situation a consequence
follows or is the result of the selected nursing concept.
Empirical Referents
This section requires the identification of:
2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from
nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An
empirical referent is an objective ways to measure or determine the presence of
the selected nursing concept.
Construct Cases
Explanation: hypothetical or real-life situations
demonstrating the use or absence of the concept.
This section requires the creation of a model case, borderline
case, and contrary case.
1 Model Case is created by the student and discussed
substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
Definition
All identified attributes
Explanation: A model
case is an example of a hypothetical or real-life situation that demonstrates
all of the attributes noted previously in this assignment.
1 Borderline Case is created by the student in which one or
two of the previously identified attributes are missing.
1 Contrary Case is created by the student that demonstrates
the opposite of the selected nursing concepts. All identified attributes of the
concept are absent in this cas
Explanation:
Borderline case is a created case where one or two of the previously
identified attributes are missing. Contrary case is a created case that
demonstrate the complete opposite of the selected nursing concept – all
identified attributes are missing.
Theoretical Applications of the Concept
Discuss the purpose of a concept analysis in relationship to
theory.
Explain how the concept applies to the selected nursing
theory.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from
nursing literature is required.
Conclusion
This section requires:
Summarization of key information regarding:
Selected nursing concept.
Selected nursing theory.
Application of concept analysis findings to advanced
practice nursing (specific to selected specialty track professional role and/or
area of practice).
The concluding statements include self-reflection on the new
knowledge gained from conducting a concept analysis. (Self-reflection may be
written in first-person.)
Preparing the Assignment
Criteria for Format and Special Instructions
The paper (excluding the title page and reference page)
should be at least 6, but no more than 8 pages. Points will be lost for not
meeting these length requirements.
Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page
must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This
includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the
introduction where no heading is used.
The source of the concept for this assignment must be a
published nursing Non-nursing theories may NOT be used.
A minimum of 6 (six) scholarly references must be used.
Required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson
information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment. A
dictionary maybe used as a reference for the section titled
“Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept”, but it is NOT counted
as one of the 6 required scholarly nursing references. Be aware that
information from .com websites may be incorrect and should be avoided.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a
valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.
Ideas and information from scholarly, peer reviewed, nursing
sources must be cited and referenced correctly.
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are
followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.
PLEASE note: Do not rely on .com sites to identify the
nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.
Possible Concepts: The following concepts are not required;
students may select one of these concepts or find another concept. Each
selected concept must be associated with a nursing theory; the use of
non-nursing theories is NOT allowed. If you have any questions regarding your
concept or the nursing theory, please consult with your faculty member for
assistance. Please note: the concepts of incivility and civility are not
allowed for this assignment.
Adaptation
Burnout
Caring
Comfort
Compassion
Compassion fatigue
Competence
Cultural humility
Empowerment
Engagement
Health
Leadership
Meaningfulness
Modeling
Noise
Pain
Palliative care
Quality of life
Resilience
Self-care
Sensory overload
Situational awareness
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 5
Application of Theory Assignment
Purpose
Within the profession of nursing, multiple theories, models,
and conceptual frameworks have been created to serve as a foundation for
practice. The purpose of this assignment is to appraise the value of the model
in serving as a theoretical framework and apply the model to your selected area
of future professional nursing practice (your MSN track). For this assignment,
you will select one of the following nursing models to address within the
paper: the Patient-Centred Nursing (PCN) Framework or the Chamberlain Care
Model.
Course Outcomes
Through this assessment, the student will meet the following
Course Outcomes:
Apply nursing theory as a framework to guide the translation
of knowledge and implementation of evidence-based practice in future
professional settings. (CO #2)
Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with
respect to the components, relationships among the components, and application
to advanced nursing practice. (CO#4)
Total Points Possible
This assessment is worth 175 points.
Due Date
Submit your file(s) by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday at the end of
Week 5.
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension
on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be
submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student’s request is not approved,
the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student’s request is approved, the student will be
informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised
due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Requirements
Criteria for Content
Select one of the two models presented in the week five
lesson (either the Person-Centred Nursing Framework, or the Chamberlain Care
Model).
In a three- to four-page scholarly paper, address the
following:
Provide a succinct overview of the model you have selected
and discuss how the selected model addresses the four concepts within the
nursing metaparadigm (person, health, nursing, environment).
Discuss how the selected model qualifies as a theoretical
framework within the profession of nursing, and its use within the profession.
Describe how the chosen model can be applied in the future
APN role (education, executive, family nurse practitioner, healthcare policy,
or nursing informatics).
Preparing the paper
Submission Requirements
Application: Use Microsoft Word 2013™ to create the written
assessment.
Length: The paper (excluding the title page and reference
page) is at least three and no more than four pages in length.
A minimum of four (4) scholarly literature sources must be
used.
Submission: Submit your file to the Canvas course site by
the due date/time indicated.
Best Practices in Preparing the Project
The following are best practices in preparing this project.
Review directions thoroughly.
Follow submission requirements.
Make sure all elements on the grading rubric are included.
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are
followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.
Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page
must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This
includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the
introduction where no heading is used.
Ideas and information that come from scholarly literature
must be cited and referenced correctly.
A minimum of four (4) scholarly literature references must
be used.
Abide by CCN academic integrity policy.
NR501 Theoretical
Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice
Week 7
Assignment Theoretical Framework to Support Evidence-based Practice: PowerPoint
Presentation
Purpose
Master's prepared nurses actively engage in the process of
translating nursing knowledge into practice, thereby establishing
evidence-based approaches within the discipline. Throughout this process, a
theoretical framework provides a meaningful context to guide and support the
evidence-based practice. The purpose of this assignment is to identify a theory
or model which can be used as a framework for a future evidence-based project
within the MSN program.
Course Outcomes
Through this assessment, the student will meet the following
Course Outcomes:
Apply nursing theory as a framework to guide the translation
of knowledge and implementation of evidence-based practice in future
professional settings. (CO #2)
Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with
respect to the components, relationships among the components, and application
to advanced nursing practice. (CO#4)
Total Points Possible
This assessment is worth 100 points.
Due Date
Submit your file(s) by 11:59 p.m. MT Sunday at the end of
Week 7.
Students are given the opportunity to request an extension
on assignments for emergent situations. Supporting documentation must be
submitted to the assigned faculty. If the student’s request is not approved,
the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
If the student’s request is approved, the student will be
informed of the revised due date. Should the student fail to meet the revised
due date, the assignment is graded and a late penalty is applied as follows:
Monday = 10% of total possible point reduction
Tuesday = 20% of total possible point reduction
Wednesday = 30% of total possible point reduction
Requirements
Criteria for Content
Review literature regarding issues or concerns within your
selected area of advanced practice nursing.
Select a theory or model which is relevant to your selected
area of advanced practice nursing and would offer a meaningful context for
evidence-based practice surrounding the issue or concern which you identified.
In a PowerPoint Presentation, address the following.
Introduction to the presentation
Identify and describe a theory or model, and explain its
relevance to the selected area of advanced practice
Describe an issue or concern regarding the selected area of
advanced practice, and explain its impact on health care outcomes
Explain how the theory or model can be used as a framework
to guide evidence-based practice to address the issue or concern, and discuss
the unique insight or perspective offered through the application of this
theory or model.
Conclusion to the presentation
References
Preparing the presentation
Submission Requirements
Application: Use Microsoft Word 2013™ to create the
PowerPoint presentation.
Length: The PowerPoint presentation must be 7 total slides
(excluding title and reference slides).
Speaker notes are used and include in-text citations when
applicable.
A minimum of three (3) scholarly literature sources must be
used.
Submission: Submit your files.
Best Practices in Preparing the Presentation
The following are best practices in preparing this presentation:
Review directions thoroughly.
Follow submission requirements.
Make sure all elements on the grading rubric are included.
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are
followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.
Review the Creating a Professional Presentation Guidelines
and Rubric.
Ideas and information that come from scholarly literature
must be cited and referenced correctly.
A minimum of three (3) scholarly literature sources must be
used.
Abide by CCN academic integrity policy.
