Theory Guided Practices: An Approach to Better Nursing Care through Roy Adaptation Model

Abstract

Introduction: The nursing discipline is considered an integral part of the health care delivery system. Effective nursing practice needs the application of knowledge, skills, critical thinking, and art of care in an efficient, effective, and considerate method. This can be achieved through an amalgamation of understanding, practice, and nursing theories. The theory provides a logical way to organize for and give direction to nursing care. Theory-guided nursing practices act as a fundamental framework for the development of proactive and organized nursing care that assist to improve quality nursing care. Aim: The paper aims to elaborate on the theory-guided nursing practice by utilization of the Roy Adaptation Model in the clinical setup for delivering effective nursing care. Methodology: This paper will illustrate the case study of a breast cancer patient and the application of Sister Calista Roy’s Adaptation Model into nursing practice and the nursing process. Discussion: Theory-guided assessment, nursing care, and interventions provide the foundation for the development of suitable and meaningful nursing practices. Theories and models provide a basis for quality nursing practices and are considered a vital component of patient, family, and community care. Conclusion: The theory-guided practices are more efficient and possess better control over the outcome of nursing care through a purposeful and systematic approach.