Conceptual Theoretical Empirical Discussion

In reading material for this week, one exciting concept that stood out to me was connected to the “Conceptual Theoretical Empirical” (C-T-E) framework. The CTE framework has enhanced my understanding of nursing practices. The structure system consists of 3 key elements: empirical indicators, a theory, and a conceptual model. One of the benefits of utilizing this tool is that it helps nurses understand data better, how the data is related, and which information is more important than the others (Chinn & Kramer, 2017). Through following this process, nurses will be able to communicate better with others when using the C-T-E system, and efficiency will also be improved since they are more organized in practice. The C-T-E system has been noted as a general guideline for nursing practice, nursing research, as well as nursing education, as explained by Fawcett (Chinn & Kramer, 2017).

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One of the most common theories that observe this strategic approach in its construction is the environmental theory by Florence Nightingale, known to be the first proponent of modern evidence-based nursing. When measuring the concepts and propositions in a research study, I need to apply the theory’s conceptual models and operational turning the selected idea into a quantifiable variable (Chinn & Kramer, 2017). This way, my patient will maintain better health after explaining to them the concepts of the environment. Then, due to the theory being simple and clear, I will provide a clean and well-ventilated room that will enhance my patient’s healing process (Chinn & Kramer, 2017). Lastly, I will measure the theory’s concept by providing intervention between emotional and physical impediments such as noise to ensure a smooth recovery.

References

Chinn, P. L., & Kramer, M. K. (2017). Knowledge Development