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Introduction of betty neuman theory-This theory is based upon a person's relationship with stress,reaction to stress and factors that are responsible for the nature of stress.The purpose of the theory was prevention of stress reaction,to strengthen internal line of resistance and to adapt well in the time of stress enviornment.
Live examples of betty beuman strength based theory:
1.It is best model for the nurse to provide good care to a patient with long term illness.This theory tell about the stressor which cause impact on patient during the recovery time.For a patient with stroke.Nursing diagnosis is activity intolerance.Nursing goal is to help the patient carry out daily activities without help.Level of prevention includes secondary level according to betty's theory which includes nursing intervention like walk with assistance and assisting the patient in moving out of bed.
2.Patient with pain- stressor is pain,nursing goal is to reduce the level of pain.Level of prevention includes-secondary.Nirsing intervention is massage,exercise,mind diversion of patient and administering medication.
3.Patient with anxiety and hopelessness- level of prevention is secondary and tertiary.Goal is to control and reduce the stress and anxiety.To help the patient to maintain satisfactory relationship.Nursing intervention is to allow the patient to express feelings and mood.Help to learn relaxation techniques and to encourage the family members to help the patient in discussibg fears and thoughts.