Madeleine Leininger is the founder of transcultural nursing theory. This paper is focused on the essential feature of her theory. The discussion provided is to show how the theory was developed and its evolvement in the past decades. She is known mostly because of her theory which has impacted the clinical settings. Her theory came up from the clinical experience recognizing that culture was a missing link in the nursing knowledge and practice.
Table of Contents
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Contribution to Nursing Profession
- Culture Care Diversity and Universality Theory
- Major concepts
- Assumptions
- Applications of the Theory Nursing Practice
- Influence of Madeleine on My Personal/Professional Life
- Conclusion
- References
Objectives and Key Themes
This paper examines the essential features of Madeleine Leininger's transcultural nursing theory, highlighting its development and impact on clinical settings. It explores how the theory emerged from Leininger's clinical experiences and her recognition of the importance of culture in nursing practice.
- The development and evolution of transcultural nursing theory
- The significance of cultural competence in providing effective healthcare
- The impact of Leininger's theory on nursing education, research, and practice
- The core concepts and assumptions of transcultural nursing theory
- The application of the theory in various nursing settings
Chapter Summaries
The introduction provides background information on Dr. Madeleine Leininger, her career, and the origins of her interest in transcultural nursing. It discusses her observations of cultural differences in patient care and her recognition of the need for culturally sensitive nursing practices.
The section on "Contribution to Nursing Profession" highlights Leininger's significant contributions to the field of nursing. It describes how her theory revolutionized nursing practice by emphasizing the importance of cultural considerations in patient care.
The chapter on "Culture Care Diversity and Universality Theory" delves into the core concepts and assumptions of Leininger's theory. It explores the concepts of culture care diversity, universality, and congruence, and discusses the importance of culturally competent nursing care.
Keywords
Transcultural nursing, culture care diversity, culture care universality, cultural competence, culturally congruent care, Madeleine Leininger, nursing practice, healthcare, patient care, cultural values, beliefs, practices, ethno-nursing.
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- Fain Ayiera (Author), 2016, Essential features of the transcultural nursing theory by Madeleine Leininger, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/317185
