Homework: Middle Range or Interdisciplinary Theory Evaluation
Evaluate two middle range or interdisciplinary theories and apply those theories to a clinical practice problem. You will also create a hypothesis based upon each theory for an evidence-based practice project to resolve a clinical problem.
To prepare:
a. Review strategies for evaluating theory presented by Fawcett and Garity in this Learning Resources.
b. Select a clinical practice problem that can be addressed through an evidence-based practice project. Note: You may continue to use the same practice problem you have been addressing in earlier Discussions.
c. Consider the middle range theories presented, and determine if one of those theories could provide a framework for exploring your clinical practice problem. If one or two middle range theories seem appropriate, begin evaluating the theory from the context of your practice problem.
d. Formulate a preliminary clinical/practice research question that addresses your practice problem. If appropriate, you may use the same research question you formulated for Homework.
In a 8 to 10 pages paper (including references):
a. Briefly describe your selected clinical practice problem.
b. Summarize the two selected theories. Both may be middle range theories or interdisciplinary theories, or you may select one from each category.
c. Evaluate both theories using the evaluation criteria provided in the Learning Resources.
d. Determine which theory is most appropriate for addressing your clinical practice problem. Summarize why you selected the theory. Using the propositions of that theory, refine your clinical / practice research question.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.