Using the Neuman Systems Model for Best Practices

Human beings with unmet needs related to their health and illnesses are the central focus of the domain of nursing. It is proposed in this column that nurses who conduct their practice from a nursing theory base, while assisting individuals and families to meet their health needs, are more likely to...

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Published in:Nursing science quarterly 2006-01, Vol.19 (1), p.31-35
Main Authors: Ume-Nwagbo, Pearl N., DeWan, Sharon A., Lowry, Lois W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Benchmarking - organization & administration
Coronary Artery Bypass - adverse effects
Coronary Artery Bypass - nursing
Coronary Artery Bypass - psychology
Empathy
Evidence-Based Medicine
Female
Holistic Health
Humans
Male
Marriage - psychology
Middle Aged
Models, Nursing
Nurse's Role - psychology
Nursing
Nursing Assessment
Nursing Process
Nursing Research
Nursing Theory
Patient Care Planning - organization & administration
Philosophy, Nursing
Primary Prevention
Stress, Psychological - etiology
Stress, Psychological - nursing
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Stress, Psychological - psychology
Systems Theory
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Summary:Human beings with unmet needs related to their health and illnesses are the central focus of the domain of nursing. It is proposed in this column that nurses who conduct their practice from a nursing theory base, while assisting individuals and families to meet their health needs, are more likely to provide comprehensive, individualized care that exemplifies best practices. The Neuman systems model has been widely acclaimed to guide practice, yet specific examples are few in the published literature. The purpose of this column is to present two case studies based upon Neuman systems model; one case is directed toward family care, and the other demonstrates care with an individual. Theory-based exemplars serve as teaching tools for students and practicing nurses. These case studies illustrate how nurses' actions, directed by Neuman's wholistic principles, integrate evidence-based practice and generate high quality care.
ISSN:0894-3184
1552-7409
DOI:10.1177/0894318405284125