Question

Explain, in your own words, the difference between the three paradigms: human needs, interactive, and unitary process. Which of these best fits your philosophy of nursing?

Answer 1

A paradigm is an overall way of looking at a discipline and its science. Paradigm shifts happen when reality no longer fits current theories of science (McEwen & Willis, 2014). The human needs paradigm only identifies the scientific method as a basis of knowledge. Result of experiments may not apply to natural situation. Change and reaction to the environment is casual. In the interactive process humans are viewed holistically. There is a definite correlation between human interaction and their environment. There are many factors effecting change. In this process quantitative and qualitative research is encouraged. The unitary process views humans as unitary beings, which are self-evolving. Humans are constantly changing and interacting within the universe. These theories noted that human beings are known by their pattern of energy.
My worldview and nursing philosophy is best represented by the interactive models. I believe that humans are holistic interactive individuals. We interact with our families, communities, health, and the environment. I think Watson’s 10 carative factors are important interventions to nursing care.

“the process by which an individual exerts influence over other people and inspires, motivates, and directs their activities to help achieve group or organisational goals.” As I consider myself to be a contemporary leader, who has recently been allocated the task of being part of a leadership team which will lead a new and hopefully innovative health and social care service . Working within a community health service which has recently become a community interest company staff were naturally concerned about what this might mean for both themselves and for the patients we all provide care for. In order to achieve this major change senior management endeavoured to engage staff in the decision making process by holding interactive information sessions, using computerised updates asking for feedback and questionnaires