Theoretical Foundation
Essays

Fanon, Frantz. Black Skin White Masks. Trans. Charles Lam Markmann. New York:

This paper consists of a series of short essay questions on theoretical concepts in nursing, including the difference between inductive and deductive logic; knowledge development; applying a concept to nursing research, and how theory and concepts of nursing relate to nursing practice. Several major theorists are referenced and applied to specific situations.

This article examines various theoretical foundations for the nursing profession in light of nursing education, practice, and research. The paper begins by evaluating grand nursing theory, middle range theories, and the future of nursing based on IOM recommendations. This is followed by an analysis of an ethical dilemma scenario, global perspective for a nursing theory, theory integration, a global view, and reflection and assimilation.

There is a number of learning theories that can and should be applied to the clinical setting. These theories can be used to increase OR decrease a behavior. Examples of these theories are social learning theory, psycho-dynamic theory, and so forth. The methods used on a given patient or learner will vary based on the problems that exist and the best solutions to the same.

This article principally evaluated the rela relationship between therapists and their clients. It demonstrates that there are facets of professional psychological that are inherently based on personal relationships. As such, psychologists have a degree of accountability to focus on this aspect of their relationship with their clients, as well as professional ones.