Assignment
Part A: Nursing Theory
Purpose:
Defines, describe and explain your beliefs about the four concepts of the nursing metaparadigm and their inter-relationship to one another as they guide your current nursing practice. There are no right or wrong thoughts, feelings, or beliefs; these represent your own philosophical beliefs.
a. Introduction & brief description (1/2 page) (Write the purpose, do not copy or paste the described purpose)
i. Identifies the purpose and include:
ii. The factors influencing the development of the personal nursing philosophy.
b. Define, describe and explain your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs about: (1 page) (Write in the first person)
i. Person/client
ii. Environment
iii. Health
iv. Nursing
c. Identification and a brief description of a nursing theory found to be the most compatible with your personal nursing philosophy ( Dorothea Orem's self-care theory). Also: (1 page) (Write in the first person)
i. Discuss the core components of the theory
ii. How it reflects the student's personal philosophies.
d. Conclusion (1/2 page)
Part B: Pathophysiology
Case Study
L.L. is a 67-year-old male who has been diagnosed with BPH. He is having difficulty with urination. He is currently on Cozaar 100 mg for HTN and his BP is well controlled. He is taking no other medications. The doctor has recommended medication for his BPH, but he would like to try a herbal supplement before taking a prescription medication.
a. Would you recommend a herbal supplement in L.L's case?
b. What herbal supplement would he take?
c. What is the recommended dosage?
d. What are possible side effects of the herbal supplement?
e. What warnings should you give L.L. before he starts the herbal supplement?
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.