ISBN: 9781856423793

Size: 234 x 156

Format: Paperback

Pages: 280

Publication Date: 2010

Synopsis
Despite the fact that some nursing models have been in existence for decades, for many practitioners they remain mysterious, misunderstood and removed from the realities of nursing care. This text provides a comprehensive and user-friendly explanation of the theories behind nursing models, what functions they serve, how they are created and what common characteristics they share. Importantly the text focuses on how to apply nursing models to everyday clinical scenarios whilst at the same time being mindful of evidence-based practice. Case studies include: Roper, Logan and Tierney’s model in orthopaedics Neumans model in coronary care Roy’s model in an acute medical surgical setting King’s model applied to paediatrics Orem’s model in care of the older patient Pepau’s model in psychiatry Roger’s model applied to an A&E setting Foreword by Sister Callista Roy and Alison Tierney