Theory Description

• Describe the major concepts of the theory . How are they defined? (theoretically and/or operationally) Is the author consistent in the use of the concepts and other terms in the theory? • Interpret how the concepts are defined. Implicitly or explicitly? • Examine the relationships (propositions) among the major concepts. • Identify explicit and implicit assumptions (values/beliefs) underlying the theory. On what assumptions does the theory build? • Examine if the theory has a description of the four metaparadigm concepts of nursing. If so, how are they explained in the theory? If the metapardigm is not explained, what elements do you see as relevant to the theory and why? • Discuss the clarity of the theory. Did it have lucidness and consistency? • Examine how the theory would guide nursing actions. • Describe specifically how you can use this theory in your area of nursing (Practice, Education, Informatics or Administration). • Explain whether the theory uses deductive, inductive or retroductive reasoning. Provide evidence to support your conclusion. The power point (10 slides) must demonstrate a thorough understanding of the subject through systematic enquiries, presentation of the written work in an orderly format, how the knowledge of the subject can be put into practical use, a clearly stated purpose with a sophisticated argument, methodical work though focusing and planning, citations.