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Notes on nursing theories volume 11
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"Used extensively in nursing education, Betty Neuman's Systems Model reflects nursing's interest in holism and in the influence of environment on health. This volume opens with a brief biography of Betty Neuman and continues with a succinct discussion of her theory that outlines its origins, assumptions, and the major concepts of the meta-paradigm of nursing. It continues with a presentation of the propositions of the conceptual model; examples for...
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Notes on nursing theories volume 8
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Madeleine Leininger's theory of culture care is a powerful yet practical philosophy that focuses on generating knowledge about the care of people from different cultures. The authors illustrate this important theory and discuss the different cultural factors that influence illness, wellness, and ways clients maintain their wellness - or become ill. Leininger's model is unique because it suggests that the nurse assess the patient's need and determine...