Application of Theory

Application of theoryPURPOSE:The purpose of this assignment is to explore various theories and models used to guide practice. From this review, you will select two theories or models to compare. Based  on your comparison, you will select one to apply to a specific identified practice gap.,Assignment Description:The paper should be carefully written in a formal style, adhere to the most recent APA guidelines 7th edition, be based on primary sources, provide a synthesis and application of course content and individual readings, and be 4-5 pages in length, not including the title page and reference list (no abstract required for this assignment).  The sections described below should be used as level 2 headings for your paper. Organized flow, logical progression of ideas, and clarity in thought processes are essential. Papers over the page limit will result in a loss of 20% of the overall points.*NOTE: 1. From a former or current practice setting(s), identify one (1) practice gap or opportunity for improvement.  This should be something that nursing has the ability to rectify or directly influence. ** Gap identified is the need for early screening and detection for postpartum depression****2. Theory and or models are Change theory & Neuman’s System TheoryTheory CommentChange Theory Tenets are applicable to many change initiatives.Neuman’s System Theory Works well when thinking about clinical interventions for patients3.  Introduction (1 paragraph): (3 pts/ 12%)1. Provide an introduction that defines your practice gap. (**Gap identified is the need for early screening and detection for postpartum depression***) This should include references clearly describing the scope and severity of the problem (national data).  Include a statement that speaks to the purpose of the paper.  The purpose of the paper statement should include the following:  The purpose of this paper is to….  The purpose statement is a roadmap for the reader and delineates what will be included in the paper.  In addition, you will need to develop a clear AIM statement (must include baseline measure and where you hope to go) to address your practice gap and identified goal (s) for the proposed project.  2. ***AIM statement: Is to screen all pregnant patients for depression decreasing the prevalence by 50% over 3 months with adherence to early screening and intervention, resulting in a decrease of women suffering from postpartum depression. (Tool used for screening: Edinburgh Depression Scale) 3. Note you must include both a purpose statement which could be (**Identify pregnant patients at risk for developing postpartum depression) 4. Theory Selection (4-6 paragraphs): (6 pts / 24%)1. Provide an overview of  two selected theories and/or models.  (Use ***1. Neuman’s theory and 2. Change theory) and clearly describe  a.)assumptions of the theories or models (A principle that is accepted as being true based on logic or reason, without proof.  They are beliefs about a phenomenon that one must accept as true to accept a theory),  b). tenets (propositions/theoretical statements) of the theories and/or models (Statements about the relationships between two or more concepts and are used to connect concepts to devise the theory), and c). concepts addressed by the theories and or/models.  Select one  of the two theories  to apply to your practice gap.  Provide a rationale for why you selected this theory to apply to your practice gap. This section should be supported with a robust synthesis of the literature (you must have references to support your statements 5.  Application of Theory (1-2 paragraphs) (8 pts / 32%)1. (30%) Provide a minimum of three (3) distinct evidenced-based (they must be supported by the literature) action steps you can take to address your practice gap. ( **Action steps: 1. Screen patients using the EDS tool at various stages during pregnancy and during her postpartum exam. 2. Personal contact 3 days after delivery for screening, again during her postpartum exam.**)2. Describe how these steps are based on the application of your selected theory.   Discuss how these steps will help you address your aim statement. The focus here is “Why?” this theory will work. These action steps must be supported with the literature and should be evidenced-based.(***Need to use scholarly research articles in Nursing or Psychology journals publications within the past 4 yrs****)3. (10%) Create an illustration demonstrating the application of the theory in addressing your defined aim statement• The illustration must include elements of the theory, intervention, and gap”• Include as an appendix for the assignment ** Note:  the illustration is not a table.6. Implications for Practice (1 paragraph) (3 pts / 12%)1. How can apply what you have learned from this assignment  to practice?7.  Writing & APA: (5 pts/ 20%1. This paper should reflect scholarly writing and application of APA formatting. Tips for Success:• Be specific and direct when you are writing. For example, state – The AIM is … The purpose of the paper is…• This assignment requires an in depth and critical analysis of theory. Students should plan to review multiple sources.