Interdisciplinary Theory

Activity: Compose a five page scholarly paper (excluding references) addressing the
criteria below. Support your analysis with scholarly references in addition to textbooks.
Introduction: (3 points)
Identify the interdisciplinary theory you have selected.
Discuss the origins of the theory.
Describe how the theory has been utilized in the past. Provide examples.
Summary of the theory: (5 points)
Scope: Describe the central thesis of the theory.
Context: Describe the nursing metaparadigm concepts addressed by the
theory.
Content: Describe the unique concepts of the theory.
Application of theory to healthcare. (5 points) Justify the use of the theory for a
specific setting or project. (Refer to Butts & Rich pp. 663-666)
Description of the setting in which the theory will be applied
Pragmatic adequacy (utility in real world of nursing practice)
Social meaningfulness (clinical significance, meaningful for practice)
Feasibility (evaluation of resources)
Compatibility with practice situation
Writing Style(2 points)