Self Care Concept Analysis

I would like the paper to analyze Dorthea Orem's concept of self care. I have copied and pasted the grading rubric. NR501 Concept Analysis Guidelines and RubricPurposeThis assignment provides the opportunity for the student to complete a concept analysis of a concept found in a nursing theory using an identified process. The assignment fosters analytical thinking related to the selected concept as well as application within the profession.
Course Outcomes
Through this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
• (CO#1) Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with respect to their components, relationships among the components, logic of the propositions, comprehensiveness, and utility to advanced nursing. (PO1)
• (CO#3) Communicate the analysis of and proposed strategies for the use of a theory in nursing practice. (PO3, 7, 10)
• (CO#4) 
• Demonstrate logical and creative thinking in the analysis and application of a theory to nursing practice. (PO4. 7)
Due Date Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end of Week 4
Total Points Possible: 250 Points
Requirements
Description of the Assignment
This assignment presents a modified method for conducting a concept analysis of ONE concept found in a nursing theory. The source of the concept for this assignment must be a published nursing theory. The selected concept is identified and then the elements of the analysis process are applied in order to synthesize knowledge for application within the model and alternative cases. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. The paper concludes with a synthesis of the student's new knowledge about the concept. The scholarly literature is incorporated throughout the analysis. 
Only the elements identified in this assignment should be used for this concept analysis. 
Criteria for Content
1. Introduction 
The introduction substantively presents all following 4 (four) elements: 
• Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development, 
• Identifies the selected nursing concept,
• Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained, and 
• Names the sections of the paper.
2. Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept
This section includes: 
• Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
• Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory is substantively presented.
A substantive discussion of this section with support from nursing literature is required.
3. Literature review
This section requires: 
• A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) scholarly nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
• Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Support from nursing literature is required.
Please Note: Primary research articles about the selected nursing concept are the most useful resource for the literature review.
4. Defining attributes
For this section:
• A minimum of THREE (3) attributes are required. 
A substantive discussion of this section with support from nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An attribute identifies characteristics of a concept. For this situation, the characteristics of the selected nursing concept are identified and discussed. 
5. Antecedent and Consequence
This section requires the identification of:
• 1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept, and 
• 1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An antecedent is an identifiable occurrence that precedes an event. In this situation, an antecedent precedes a selected nursing concept.
A consequence follows or is the result of an event. In this situation a consequence follows or is the result of the selected nursing concept. 
6. Empirical Referents
This section requires the identification of:
• 2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An empirical referent is an objective ways to measure or determine the presence of the selected nursing concept.
7. Model Cases
1 model case is created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent or Measurement 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required. 
Explanation: A model case is an example of the hypothetical individual who demonstrates all of the attributes, antecedents, consequences, and referents noted previously in this assignment. 
8. Alternative Cases
This section requires:
• The identification of 2 (two) alternative cases correctly created and presented. The two required alternative cases are:
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applies information from selected nursing theory.
Explanation: Alternative cases represent the opposite of the model case. 
For this assignment, two alternative cases are required. These are:
• Borderline case which is a created case where one or two of the previously identified attributes are missing.
• Contrary case which is a created case that demonstrate the complete opposite of the selected nursing concept.
9. Conclusion
This section requires:
• Summarization of key information regarding:
o Selected nursing concept, 
o Selected nursing theory, and 
o Application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
• The concluding statements include self-reflection on the new knowledge gained from conducting a concept analysis.
Preparing the Assignment
Criteria for Format and Special Instructions
1. The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 8, but no more than 10 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.
2. Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.
3. The source of the concept for this assignment must be a published nursing theory. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. 
4. A minimum of 6 (six) scholarly references must be used. Required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment. A dictionary maybe used as a reference for the section titled “Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept”, but it is NOT counted as one of the 6 required scholarly nursing references. For additional assistance regarding scholarly nursing references, please see “What is a scholarly source” located in the Course Resources tab. Be aware that information from .com websites may be incorrect and should be avoided.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.
5. Ideas and information from scholarly, peer reviewed, nursing sources must be cited and referenced correctly.
6. Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.
7. PLEASE note: Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.
Possible Concepts: The following concepts are not required; students may select one of these concepts or find another concept. Each selected concept must be associated with a nursing theory; the use of non-nursing theories is NOT allowed. If you have any questions regarding your concept or the nursing theory, please consult with your faculty member for assistance. Please note: the concepts of incivility and civility are not allowed for this assignment.
• Behavioral system
• Boundary lines
• Caring
• Empowerment
• Homeostasis
• Noise
• Open system
• Palliative care
• Resources
• Self-care
• Adaptation
• Comfort
• Compassion
• Engagement
• Leadership
• Meaningfulness
• Modeling
• Pain
• Pattern
• Transaction
Directions and Assignment Criteria
Assignment Criteria
Points
%
Description
Introduction 
10
4
The introduction substantively presents all following 4 (four) elements: 
• Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development, 
• Identifies the selected nursing concept,
• Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained, and 
• Identifies the sections of the paper
References from nursing literature are required. 
Definition/Explanation of Selected Concept
25
10
This section includes: 
• Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
• Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory is substantively presented.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Literature Review
30
12
This section requires: 
• A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) scholarly nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
• Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Defining Attributes
25
10
For this section:
• A minimum of THREE (3) attributes are required. 
References from nursing literature are required.
Antecedents & Consequences
25
10
This section requires the identification of:
• 1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept, and 
• 1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required.
Empirical Referents
25
10
This section requires the identification of:
• 2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Model Case
30
12
This section requires:
1 model case is created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent or Measurement 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Alternative Cases (one borderline; one contrary)
30
12
This section requires:
• The identification of 2 (two) alternative cases correctly created and presented. The two required alternative cases are:
o Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
o Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept
Applies information from selected nursing theory.
Conclusion
10
4
This section requires:
• Summarization of key information regarding:
• Selected nursing concept, 
• Selected nursing theory, and 
• Application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Paper Specifications
20
8
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. 
Paper meets length requirements of 8 to 10 pages
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.
APA Format (6th edition)
10
4
Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.
One deduction for each type of APA style error
Citations in Text
5
2
Ideas and information that come from readings must be cited and referenced correctly.
Writing Mechanics
5
2
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual.
Total
 250
100 %
A quality assignment will meet or exceed all of the above requirements.
Grading Rubric
Assignment Criteria
Exceptional
(100%)
Outstanding or highest level of performance
Exceeds
(88%)
Very good or high level of performance
Meets
(80%)
Competent or satisfactory level of performance
Needs Improvement
(38%)
Poor or failing level of performance
Developing
(0)
Unsatisfactory level of performance
Content
Possible Points = 230 Points
Introduction 
10 Points
9 Points
8 Points
4 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained. 
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development. 
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one or two of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in three or more of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Definition/Explanation of Selected Concept
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required).
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory. 
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required).
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory.
References from nursing literature are required.
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory. 
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two or more of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Literature Review
30 Points
26 Points
24 Points
11 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion. 
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in a disorganized fashion.
Defining Attributes
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
A minimum of 3 (three) attributes
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
A minimum of 3 (three) attributes are required. 
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
A minimum of 3 (three) attributes are required. 
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information from following elements fails to meet expectations:
One or two attributes of the selected nursing concepts were presented. 
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in the following elements: 
No attributes of the selected nursing concept were presented.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Antecedents & Consequences
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept. 
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two or more of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
•
1 consequence of selected nursing concept.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Empirical Referents
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
2(two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements: 
2(two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Model Case
30 Points
26 Points
24 Points
11 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
1 model case was created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
1 model case is created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
1 model case was created by the student and 1 or 2 of the following are missing:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Presentation of 
information in the following elements fails to meet expectations:
1 model case was created by the student and 3 of the following are missing:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in the following elements: 
1 model case was created by the student and 4 or more of the following are missing:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Alternative Cases (one borderline; one contrary)
30 Points
26 Points
24 Points
11 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
The identification of 2 (two) alternative cases correctly created and presented. 
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applied information from selected nursing theory.
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
The identification of 2 (two) alternative cases correctly created and presented. 
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applied information from selected nursing theory.
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
The identification of only ONE alternative cases correctly created and presented. 
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applied information from selected nursing theory
Presentation of information in the following elements fails to meet expectations:
The identification of only ONE alternative cases correctly created and presented. 
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applied information from selected nursing theory
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in the following elements: 
The identification of only ONE alternative cases correctly created and presented. 
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applied information from selected nursing theory
Conclusion
10 Points
9 Points
8 Points
4 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing concept, 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing theory, and 
• Summarizing the application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Self-reflection on the new knowledge gained regarding concept analysis
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing concept, 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing theory, and 
• Summarizing the application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Self-reflection on the new knowledge gained regarding concept analysis
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing concept, 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing theory, and 
• Summarizing the application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Self-reflection on the new knowledge gained regarding concept analysis
Presentation of 
information in one or two of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
• Summarizing information on selected nursing concept, 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing theory, and 
• Summarizing the application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Self-reflection on the new knowledge gained regarding concept analysis
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two or more of the following elements: 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing concept, 
• Summarizing information on selected nursing theory, and 
• Summarizing the application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Self-reflection on the new knowledge gained regarding concept analysis
Paper Specifications
20 Points
18 Points
16 Points
8 Points
0 Points
This section included all of the following: 
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. 
Paper meet length requirements of 8 to 10 page.
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, were NOT used as scholarly references.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale was provided and the instructor approved them.
This section included three of the following:
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. 
Paper meet length requirements of 8 to 10 pages
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, were NOT used as scholarly references.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale was provided and the instructor approved them.
This section included only two of the following: 
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. 
Paper meet length requirements of 8 to 10 pages
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, were NOT used as scholarly references.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale was provided and the instructor approved them.
This section included only one of the following: 
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. 
Paper meet length requirements of 8 to 10 pages
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, were NOT used as scholarly references.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale was provided and the instructor approved them.
This section included none of the following: 
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. 
Paper meet length requirements of 8 to 10 pages
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, were NOT used as scholarly references.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale was provided and the instructor approved them.
Content Subtotal
_____of 230 points
Format
Possible Points = 20 Points
APA Style
10 Points
9 Points
8 Points
4 Points
0 Points
APA guidelines, as per the 6th edition of the manual, are demonstrated for the 
• title page, 
• running head,
• body of paper (including citations and headings), and
• reference page 
One deduction for each type of APA format error 
0 to 1 APA error was present
APA guidelines, as per the 6th edition of the manual, are demonstrated for the 
• title page, 
• running head,
• body of paper (including citations and headings), and
• reference page 
One deduction for each type of APA format error 
2 - 3 APA errors were present
APA guidelines, as per the 6th edition of the manual, are demonstrated for the 
• title page, 
• running head,
• body of paper (including citations and headings), and
• reference page 
One deduction for each type of APA format error 
4 – 5 APA were are present
APA guidelines, as per the 6th edition of the manual, are demonstrated for the 
• title page, 
• running head,
• body of paper (including citations and headings), and
• reference page 
One deduction for each type of APA format error 
6 – 7 APA were are present
APA guidelines, as per the 6th edition of the manual, are demonstrated for the 
• title page, 
• running head,
• body of paper (including citations and headings), and
• reference page 
One deduction for each type of APA format error 
8 or greater APA errors were present
Citations
5 Points
4 Points
3 Points
2 Points
0 Points
There were 0-1 errors in the crediting of ideas, and information that contributed to knowledge
Permission to use references older than 5 years was obtained from faculty.
There were 2-3 errors in the crediting of ideas, and information that contributed to knowledge
Permission to use references older than 5 years was NOT obtained from faculty.
There were 4-5 errors in the crediting of ideas, and information that contributed to knowledge
There were 6-7 errors in the crediting of ideas, and information that contributed to knowledge
There were 8 or greater errors in the crediting of ideas, and information that contributed to knowledge
Writing Quality
5 Points
4 Points
3 Points
2 Points
0 Points
1–2 errors or exceptions to the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation and other aspects of formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual 
3 – 4 errors or exceptions to the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation and other aspects of formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual 
5 – 6 errors or exceptions to the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation and other aspects of formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual 
7 – 8 errors or exceptions to the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation and other aspects of formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual 
9 or greater errors or exceptions to the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation and other aspects of formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual 
Format Subtotal
_____of 20 points
Total Points
_____of 250 points
I would like the paper to analyze Dorthea Orem's concept of self care. I have copied and pasted the grading rubric. NR501 Concept Analysis Guidelines and RubricPurposeThis assignment provides the opportunity for the student to complete a concept analysis of a concept found in a nursing theory using an identified process. The assignment fosters analytical thinking related to the selected concept as well as application within the profession.
Course Outcomes
Through this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to:
• (CO#1) Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with respect to their components, relationships among the components, logic of the propositions, comprehensiveness, and utility to advanced nursing. (PO1)
• (CO#3) Communicate the analysis of and proposed strategies for the use of a theory in nursing practice. (PO3, 7, 10)
• (CO#4) 
• Demonstrate logical and creative thinking in the analysis and application of a theory to nursing practice. (PO4. 7)
Due Date Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end of Week 4
Total Points Possible: 250 Points
Requirements
Description of the Assignment
This assignment presents a modified method for conducting a concept analysis of ONE concept found in a nursing theory. The source of the concept for this assignment must be a published nursing theory. The selected concept is identified and then the elements of the analysis process are applied in order to synthesize knowledge for application within the model and alternative cases. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. The paper concludes with a synthesis of the student's new knowledge about the concept. The scholarly literature is incorporated throughout the analysis. 
Only the elements identified in this assignment should be used for this concept analysis. 
Criteria for Content
1. Introduction 
The introduction substantively presents all following 4 (four) elements: 
• Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development, 
• Identifies the selected nursing concept,
• Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained, and 
• Names the sections of the paper.
2. Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept
This section includes: 
• Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
• Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory is substantively presented.
A substantive discussion of this section with support from nursing literature is required.
3. Literature review
This section requires: 
• A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) scholarly nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
• Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Support from nursing literature is required.
Please Note: Primary research articles about the selected nursing concept are the most useful resource for the literature review.
4. Defining attributes
For this section:
• A minimum of THREE (3) attributes are required. 
A substantive discussion of this section with support from nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An attribute identifies characteristics of a concept. For this situation, the characteristics of the selected nursing concept are identified and discussed. 
5. Antecedent and Consequence
This section requires the identification of:
• 1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept, and 
• 1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An antecedent is an identifiable occurrence that precedes an event. In this situation, an antecedent precedes a selected nursing concept.
A consequence follows or is the result of an event. In this situation a consequence follows or is the result of the selected nursing concept. 
6. Empirical Referents
This section requires the identification of:
• 2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.
Explanation: An empirical referent is an objective ways to measure or determine the presence of the selected nursing concept.
7. Model Cases
1 model case is created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent or Measurement 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required. 
Explanation: A model case is an example of the hypothetical individual who demonstrates all of the attributes, antecedents, consequences, and referents noted previously in this assignment. 
8. Alternative Cases
This section requires:
• The identification of 2 (two) alternative cases correctly created and presented. The two required alternative cases are:
• Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
• Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept)
Applies information from selected nursing theory.
Explanation: Alternative cases represent the opposite of the model case. 
For this assignment, two alternative cases are required. These are:
• Borderline case which is a created case where one or two of the previously identified attributes are missing.
• Contrary case which is a created case that demonstrate the complete opposite of the selected nursing concept.
9. Conclusion
This section requires:
• Summarization of key information regarding:
o Selected nursing concept, 
o Selected nursing theory, and 
o Application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
• The concluding statements include self-reflection on the new knowledge gained from conducting a concept analysis.
Preparing the Assignment
Criteria for Format and Special Instructions
1. The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 8, but no more than 10 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.
2. Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.
3. The source of the concept for this assignment must be a published nursing theory. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. 
4. A minimum of 6 (six) scholarly references must be used. Required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment. A dictionary maybe used as a reference for the section titled “Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept”, but it is NOT counted as one of the 6 required scholarly nursing references. For additional assistance regarding scholarly nursing references, please see “What is a scholarly source” located in the Course Resources tab. Be aware that information from .com websites may be incorrect and should be avoided.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.
5. Ideas and information from scholarly, peer reviewed, nursing sources must be cited and referenced correctly.
6. Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.
7. PLEASE note: Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.
Possible Concepts: The following concepts are not required; students may select one of these concepts or find another concept. Each selected concept must be associated with a nursing theory; the use of non-nursing theories is NOT allowed. If you have any questions regarding your concept or the nursing theory, please consult with your faculty member for assistance. Please note: the concepts of incivility and civility are not allowed for this assignment.
• Behavioral system
• Boundary lines
• Caring
• Empowerment
• Homeostasis
• Noise
• Open system
• Palliative care
• Resources
• Self-care
• Adaptation
• Comfort
• Compassion
• Engagement
• Leadership
• Meaningfulness
• Modeling
• Pain
• Pattern
• Transaction
Directions and Assignment Criteria
Assignment Criteria
Points
%
Description
Introduction 
10
4
The introduction substantively presents all following 4 (four) elements: 
• Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development, 
• Identifies the selected nursing concept,
• Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained, and 
• Identifies the sections of the paper
References from nursing literature are required. 
Definition/Explanation of Selected Concept
25
10
This section includes: 
• Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
• Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory is substantively presented.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Literature Review
30
12
This section requires: 
• A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) scholarly nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
• Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Defining Attributes
25
10
For this section:
• A minimum of THREE (3) attributes are required. 
References from nursing literature are required.
Antecedents & Consequences
25
10
This section requires the identification of:
• 1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept, and 
• 1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required.
Empirical Referents
25
10
This section requires the identification of:
• 2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Model Case
30
12
This section requires:
1 model case is created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:
• Definition,
• All identified attributes,
• Antecedent, 
• Consequence, and
• Empirical referent or Measurement 
Information from selected nursing theory is applied to the created model case. 
Alternative Cases (one borderline; one contrary)
30
12
This section requires:
• The identification of 2 (two) alternative cases correctly created and presented. The two required alternative cases are:
o Borderline (absence of one or two of previously identified attributes of the selected nursing concept. 
o Contrary (demonstrates the complete opposite of selected nursing concept
Applies information from selected nursing theory.
Conclusion
10
4
This section requires:
• Summarization of key information regarding:
• Selected nursing concept, 
• Selected nursing theory, and 
• Application of concept analysis findings to advanced nursing practice.
Paper Specifications
20
8
A nursing theory was used.
The source of the concept for this assignment was a published nursing theory. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. 
Paper meets length requirements of 8 to 10 pages
Minimum of 6 scholarly nursing references
A dictionary (except for Definition section), required textbooks for this course and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information, may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment.
References are current - within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.
APA Format (6th edition)
10
4
Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.
One deduction for each type of APA style error
Citations in Text
5
2
Ideas and information that come from readings must be cited and referenced correctly.
Writing Mechanics
5
2
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal written work as found in the 6th edition of the APA manual.
Total
 250
100 %
A quality assignment will meet or exceed all of the above requirements.
Grading Rubric
Assignment Criteria
Exceptional
(100%)
Outstanding or highest level of performance
Exceeds
(88%)
Very good or high level of performance
Meets
(80%)
Competent or satisfactory level of performance
Needs Improvement
(38%)
Poor or failing level of performance
Developing
(0)
Unsatisfactory level of performance
Content
Possible Points = 230 Points
Introduction 
10 Points
9 Points
8 Points
4 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained. 
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development. 
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one or two of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in three or more of the following elements: 
Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.
Identifies the selected nursing concept.
Identifies the nursing theory from which the selected concept was obtained.
A nursing theory was used.
Identifies the sections of the paper.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Definition/Explanation of Selected Concept
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required).
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory. 
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required).
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory.
References from nursing literature are required.
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory. 
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two or more of the following elements: 
Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required), and
Information about the concept as discussed by the theorist from the selected nursing theory.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Literature Review
30 Points
26 Points
24 Points
11 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion. 
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in the following elements: 
A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) nursing literature sources on the selected concept.
Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in a disorganized fashion.
Defining Attributes
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
A minimum of 3 (three) attributes
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
A minimum of 3 (three) attributes are required. 
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
A minimum of 3 (three) attributes are required. 
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information from following elements fails to meet expectations:
One or two attributes of the selected nursing concepts were presented. 
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in the following elements: 
No attributes of the selected nursing concept were presented.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Antecedents & Consequences
25 Points
22 Points
20 Points
10 Points
0 Points
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept. 
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
References from nursing literature are required. 
Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
Limited references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of 
information in one of the following elements fails to meet expectations:
1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.
1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.
Limited or no references from nursing literature were provided.
Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two or more of the following elements: 
1 antecedent of the sele