Grand Nursing Theories are the broadest, and based on a total holistic approach. These types of theories provides a conceptual framework under which use key concepts and principles. A way Grand Nursing Theories help us if by allowing us to further develop a relationship with a patient that can be applied …show more content…
Middle Range where originally proposed, “in the field of sociology in the 1960s” (McEwen and Wills). They “fill in the gaps” and allow us to be more precise. They covers such concepts such as pain management, cultural issues and health promotion. For unique nursing issues such as pain, cultural issues, health promotion and symptom management, these theories do not give you the answer, but more so point you in the direction you need to consider to for that particular subject. They are our guide to nursing. These theories can be tested and a hypothesis can be made. (McEwen and …show more content…
Middle Range narrow our insight and Practice Theories even more, these are the most specific. Nursing Theories are a useful tool for nursing practice. Grand Nursing Theories have always provided a strong foundation for Middle Range and Practice Theories to be constructed, developed and allows them to be more patient specific. I believe it is necessary to create new theories to match what is affecting nursing and patient care today and in the future. Theories that can include technology and all the advancement in medicine. I realized this may take time, but the benefit for the patient and their care would certainly be