THEORY-BASED EXEMPLAR PAPER (TEP)

THEORY-BASED EXEMPLAR PAPER (TEP)

Using the attached draft as a starting point, add the following additions to the paper to demonstrate the utility and application of a nursing theory. The same references as in the draft can be used, if additional references are used, please add them to the reference page.

There should be at least 4 additional pages added to the draft. See rubric attached.
THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS NEED TO BE ADDED TO THE DRAFT ATTACHED:

I. The Components of the Nursing Overview

This is not a term paper or critique of the selected theory, but you need to provide enough information for readers so that they can clearly understand the components of the theory, and the application and fit of the selected nursing theory to your exemplar/story.

II. Exemplar: My Encounter with M.J.
Adapt title/heading as you see fit for your exemplar/story. This section of the paper includes a verbatim (narrative) report of your patient/nurse experience that you will then reflect on when you discuss how this particular nursing practice experience fits with your selected theory.
For example, one student wrote an exemplar paper about a patient/nurse encounter that clearly involved the major concepts and elements of Orems Self Care Theory. After sharing her story, the student was able to discuss how Orems Theory applied to how she cared for her pre-op patient.

III. Discuss Application of Theory
Highlight aspects of your story; explain how the story/experience fits with theory, makes sense, etc. Paraphrasing aspects of your story or the inclusion of direct quotes from the above section helps to validate how your exemplar ties into the theory.

IV. Conclusion
Add to this section what readers can conclude from the paper, the exemplar experience (e.g., your exemplar promotes use of theory reinforces how your selected theory is practical, useful, facilitates improved patient outcomes, etc.)?

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