NUR 1021C Chapter Notes - Chapter Lab Test 2: Conceptual Framework, Nursing Theory, Biopsychosocial Model
10 Feb 2020
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Role of nursing theory: the interface between nursing experts in each area helps to ensure that work in the other areas remains relevant, current, useful, and ultimately influences health. The client seeks help and the nurse assists the client to understand the problem and the extent of the need for help. The client assumes a posture of dependence, interdependence, or independence in relation to the nurse. The nurse"s focus is on ensuring the individual that the nurse understands the interpersonal meaning of the client"s situation: exploitation. The client derives full value from what the nurse offers through the relationship. The client uses available services based on self-interest and needs. Power shifts from the nurse to the client: resolution. In the final phase, old needs and goals are put aside and new ones adopted. The human field image perspective surpasses that of the physical body: according to rogers, unitary man:
