1. Define the middle range theory and the purpose of the selected middle range theory.
2. Define and discuss the nursing metaparadigm within the context of the selected middle range theory.
a. Explain how the theorist employs and defines each of the four concepts that comprise the nursing metaparadigm within the
selected middle range theory
3. Explain the importance of the selected middle range theory in nursing practice.
a. provide and discuss two examples of use of the selected middle-range theory from current practice
4. The scholarly paper should be 4-5 pages excluding the title and reference pages.
5. Include level 1 and level 2 headings.
6. The paper should begin with an introductory paragraph that includes the purpose statement. The introductory paragraph and purpose
statement allow the reader to understand what the paper/assignment is going to address.
7. The paper should include a conclusion.
8. Write the paper in third person, not first person (meaning do not use ‘we’ or ‘I’).
9. Include a minimum of three references from professional peer-reviewed nursing journals (review in Ulrich Periodical Directory) to
support the paper. ***Historical references may be used as appropriate. (Definition of historical reference: reference to a well-known person, place event or literary work that adds meaning to the paper.)
Level 1 Heading: Name the Middle Range Theory
Level 2 Heading: Theory definition
Using the text as benchmark, explain the major concepts and propositions of the theory.
Level 2 Heading: Theory purpose
Using the text as benchmark, explain the purpose of the middle range theory
Level 1 Heading: Nursing Metaparadigm (Introduce the concept of the metaparadigm)
Level 2 Heading: Person
Using the text as benchmark, explain if and how the theorist defines and operationalizes the concept: Person
Level 2 Heading: Health
Using the text as benchmark, explain if and how the theorist defines and operationalizes
the concept: Health
Level 2 Heading: Environment
Using the text as benchmark, explain if and how the theorist defines and operationalizes
the concept: Environment
Level 2 Heading: Nurse
Using the text as benchmark, explain if and how the theorist defines and operationalizes
the concept: Nurse
Level 1 Heading: Application of the theory to practice
Level 2 Heading: Name example 1
Demonstrate an example from the literature or from practice experience where the
theory is applicable and useful.
Level 2 Heading: Name example 2
Demonstrate an example from the literature or from practice experience where the theory is applicable and useful.
Level 1 Heading: Conclusion
Summarize the meaning, usefulness, and applicability of the theory to nursing
