Conceptual Model Nursing Theory

Instructions

A grand theory or a middle-range theory of nursing analyzes and applies the chosen theory by following a synthesized 

method of analysis below. Address the following components: 

• Title of theory
• Theorist’s name
• Affiliation
• The Main idea of the theory List of assumptions of the theory (if applicable) 
• List of major concepts of the theory with concept definitions or brief description of the theory 
• Your list of references 

1. Theory Description 

• Profile of theorist 
• Purpose and scope or level of theory 
• Origin of theory Major concepts and propositions 

2. Theory Analysis 

• Are concepts clearly defined and logically connected? 
• Is there a model or diagram that contributes to clarifying the theory? 
• Are concepts measurable (operationally defined)? 
• Can you understand it well enough to apply it to practice?

3. Theory Evaluation and application to the Case study 

• Is the theory congruent with current nursing practice? 
• Has it been tested (give an example of one research article using the theory as a framework) 
• Is the theory culturally relevant? 
• Does the theory contribute to the discipline/science of nursing 
• Would you find this theory useful in your workplace? How? In what context/setting?