Introduction
This artifact is an essay discussing the theory of nursing care needs and comparing it to the approach of self-care in modern times. The essay presents Henderson’s theory, which emphasizes meeting the patient’s basic needs to aid in recovery, and argues that it is more effective than the theory of self-care, which assumes that patients can take care of themselves without much assistance (Pinheiro et al., 2016).
Discussion
In modern nursing care, the idea of meeting the patient’s basic needs, as presented by Henderson’s theory, is more effective in aiding patient recovery than the theory of self-care. This fact assumes patients can care for themselves without much assistance due to the limitations of patients’ physical abilities and medical knowledge. This artifact was chosen due to the importance of understanding nursing theories and their impact on patient care. From this artifact, I learned about the importance of nursing care and the various theories that have been developed to improve patient outcomes. I also gained insight into the challenges faced by nurses in ensuring that patients’ needs are met and how different approaches can impact patient recovery. While this written work specifically pertains to nursing care theories, the ability to analyze and compare different approaches to problem-solving critically is a valuable skill in many fields, including engineering, which aligns with my future goals. This artifact represents a piece of the journey at SPCC by showcasing the critical thinking skills and research abilities of the writer. The writer demonstrates an understanding of the topic and presents a clear argument supported by evidence. It also reflects the educational values of SPCC, such as critical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this artifact provides valuable insights into the theory of nursing care needs and self-care and their impact on patient recovery. The essay highlights the importance of meeting patients’ needs during treatment and the challenges faced by nurses in fulfilling this task. The artifact represents a piece of the journey at SPCC by demonstrating the educational values of critical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving.
Reference
Pinheiro, F. M., Santo, F. H. D. E., Chibante, C. L. D. P., & Pestana, L. C. (2016). Profile of hospitalized elderly according to Viginia Henderson: contributions for nursing care. Revista de Pesquisa: Cuidado Ă© Fundamental Online, 8(3), 4789-4795. Web.