According to Jones and Phillips (2015), “Nursing continues to be rated the most trusted profession, according to the annual Gallup poll ranking of honesty and ethics in various fields” (para 2). Such trust demands a continued interest in improved nursing care. In my practice, I am continually challenged with endless information about each patient, and the use of relevant theories in my practice can keep me focused on the patient through an organized, efficient approach. The dedicated use of established nursing theories can provide relief, order, and understanding (Alligood,
According to Jones and Phillips (2015), “Nursing continues to be rated the most trusted profession, according to the annual Gallup poll ranking of honesty and ethics in various fields” (para 2). Such trust demands a continued interest in improved nursing care. In my practice, I am continually challenged with endless information about each patient, and the use of relevant theories in my practice can keep me focused on the patient through an organized, efficient approach. The dedicated use of established nursing theories can provide relief, order, and understanding (Alligood,