Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality and Theory of Human Caring
Leininger introduced the Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality in the 1960s. Then, in the 1970s, Watson developed the Theory of Human Caring. Both women have evolved their theories over time, and they remain relevant in the nursing care that is provided today and continue to be refined as more research is conducted. Nurses provide whole person, loving, kind, culturally competent care when applying these theories in patient care.
Culture Care Model Since nurses have the most intimate connection with patients it is essential for them to know about their cultural background in order to provide individualized and holistic care based on the patient’s cultural …show more content…
Shifting nurses’ thinking and attitudes from medical symptoms, diseases, and treatments to that of knowing cultures and caring values and patterns was a major task (Smith & Parker, 2015). However, through the development of Leininger’s theory, this was made possible. Utilizing this theory, the patient’s beliefs and values are upheld and respected, and it allows the nurse-patient relationship to foster an environment of culturally competent care, while treating the patient and illness(s) at …show more content…
One strong point of Leininger’s theory is the Sunrise Model that was developed to assist with the concepts of the theory. Another strength is it focuses on culture, and with the diversity of the world and healthcare, this is a necessity. This theory is easy to understand and can be applied to many populations and situations. Watson’s theory focuses on the patient’s spiritual well-being, as well as the nurse’s, which is fulfilling and satisfying for both. Another strength of Watson’s theory is it promotes spiritual awareness and incorporates this into patient
Leininger introduced the Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality in the 1960s. Then, in the 1970s, Watson developed the Theory of Human Caring. Both women have evolved their theories over time, and they remain relevant in the nursing care that is provided today and continue to be refined as more research is conducted. Nurses provide whole person, loving, kind, culturally competent care when applying these theories in patient care.
Culture Care Model Since nurses have the most intimate connection with patients it is essential for them to know about their cultural background in order to provide individualized and holistic care based on the patient’s cultural …show more content…
Shifting nurses’ thinking and attitudes from medical symptoms, diseases, and treatments to that of knowing cultures and caring values and patterns was a major task (Smith & Parker, 2015). However, through the development of Leininger’s theory, this was made possible. Utilizing this theory, the patient’s beliefs and values are upheld and respected, and it allows the nurse-patient relationship to foster an environment of culturally competent care, while treating the patient and illness(s) at …show more content…
One strong point of Leininger’s theory is the Sunrise Model that was developed to assist with the concepts of the theory. Another strength is it focuses on culture, and with the diversity of the world and healthcare, this is a necessity. This theory is easy to understand and can be applied to many populations and situations. Watson’s theory focuses on the patient’s spiritual well-being, as well as the nurse’s, which is fulfilling and satisfying for both. Another strength of Watson’s theory is it promotes spiritual awareness and incorporates this into patient