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WK 3 RES THOER

 INTERDISCIPLINARY THEORIES AND NURSING PRACTICE ISSUES

The field of nursing has come to understand the importance of working with disciplines other than nursing, such as the behavioral, social, and physical sciences, for example, in order to improve health outcomes. As this recognition has grown, numerous 
interdisciplinary theories have evolved out of the research of collaborative teams.

For this Discussion, you will continue to focus on the same practice or organization issue you did in the Week 2 Discussion. You will be assigned an interdisciplinary theory. You will then research your assigned interdisciplinary theory for applications in addressing your practice or organization issue.

Note: Although your task is to explore your assigned interdisciplinary theory in depth, as you engage with the Learning Resources and your colleagues, consider the other theories that may also apply to your practice or organization issue.

Resources

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.
Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. 


WEEKLY RESOURCES

Required Readings

· McEwen, M., & Wills, E. M. (2022). 
Theoretical basis for nursing (6th ed.). Wolters Kluwer.

· Chapter 11, “Overview of Selected Middle Range Nursing Theories” (pp. 230–260) 

· Chapter 13, “Theories From the Sociologic Sciences” 

· “Systems Theories” (pp. 284–289)

· “Complexity Science/Chaos Theory/CAS” (pp. 303–306)

· Chapter 14, “Theories From the Behavioral Sciences” 

· “Health Belief Model” (pp. 329–331)

· “Theory of Planned Behavior” (pp. 331–332)

· Chapter 15, “Theories From the Biomedical Sciences” 

· “Gate Control Theory” (pp. 361–363)

· “Web of Causation” (pp. 346–347)

· Chapter 16, “Theories, Models, and Frameworks From Leadership and Management” 

· “Change Theory” (pp.384–386)

· “Transformational, Authentic, and Servant Leadership” (pp. 377–379)

· Chapter 17, “Learning Theories” 

· “Social Learning Theory” (pp. 411–412)

· “Knowles Theory of Adult Learning” (pp. 416–418)

· Chapter 19, “Application of Theory in Nursing Practice” (pp. 448–466)

· Chapter 21, “Application of Theory in Nursing Administration and Management” (pp. 491–518)

· Chapter 22, “Application of Theory in Nursing Education” (pp. 519–537)

Optional Resources

· Chang, H. E., & Manojlovich, M. (2023). 
Clinical nurses’ patient safety competency, systems thinking and missed nursing care: A cross‐sectional surveyLinks to an external site.. 
International Journal of Nursing Practice, 29(2), Article e13130.

· Chen, J., Ghardallou, W., Comite, U., Ahmad, N., Ryu, H. B., Ariza-Montes, A., & Han, H. (2022). 
Managing hospital employees’ burnout through transformational leadership: The role of resilience, role clarity, and intrinsic motivationLinks to an external site.. 
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(17).

· Ghasemian, A., Sargeran, K., Khami, M. R., & Shamshiri, A. R. (2024). 
Effects of educational interventions based on the theory of planned behavior on oral cancer-related knowledge and tobacco smoking in adults: A cluster randomized controlled trialLinks to an external site.. 
BMC Cancer, 24(1), Article 45.

· Komaç, F., & Duru, P. (2024). 
The effect of education based on a health belief model and motivational interviews on cardiovascular disease risk factors and healthy lifestyle behaviour changes in patients with essential hypertension: A randomized controlled trialLinks to an external site.. 
Patient Education and Counseling, 120, Article 108126.

· McPherson, K., Barnard, J. G., Tenney, M., Holliman, B. D., Morrison, K., Kneeland, P., Lin, C.-T., & Moss, M. (2022). 
Burnout and the role of authentic leadership in academic medicineLinks to an external site.. 
BMC Health Services Research, 22(1), Article 627.

To Prepare

· Select 
one practice or organization issue on which to focus for this Discussion. 

Note: You may reuse an issue you selected earlier in this course, or you may select a new one.

· Based on the 
first letter of your 
last name, you will be assigned to 
one of the following interdisciplinary theories:

·
Theories From the Behavioral Sciences

· Last name starts with A–C: Health Belief Model

· Last name starts with D–E: Theory of Planned Behavior

·
Theories From Leadership and Management

· Last name starts with F–H: Change Theory

· Last name starts with I–K: Transformational Authentic and Servant Leadership

·
Theories From the Biomedical Sciences

· Last name starts with L–M: Gate Control Theory

· Last name starts with N–O: Web of Causation

·
Theories From the Sociological Sciences

· Last name starts with P–Q: Complexity Science/Chaos Theory/CAS

· Last name starts with R–S: Systems Theory

·
Theories From Education 

· Last name starts with T–V: Theory of Adult Learning (Knowles)

· Last name starts with W–Z: Social Learning Theory

· Review the Learning Resources. Pay particular attention to information related to the theory to which you are assigned.

· Search the Walden Library and/or the internet to identify least 
two recent, peer-reviewed articles (published within the last 5 years) related to your assigned theory. 

· From the articles you selected, identify key insights and examples of how this theory can be applied to your practice or organization issue.

By Day 3 Of Week 3

Post the following:

· A description of the interdisciplinary theory to which you were assigned

· A description of the practice or organization issue you selected 

· An explanation of how the theory aligns with and can be applied to the practice or organization issue you selected (Be specific and cite at least two recent, peer-reviewed articles—published within the last 5 years—to support your points.)

· RESPOND TO THIS DISCUSSION POST

JE OK

· Understanding Pediatric Obesity Through the Web of Causation Theory

· As a nurse practitioner, I am continually seeking to understand the complexities surrounding health issues that impact vulnerable populations. One pressing issue is pediatric obesity, especially prevalent among children from lower socio-economic backgrounds. To address this multifaceted problem, I look to the interdisciplinary theory known as the Web of Causation, a model that provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the many interrelated factors contributing to health conditions (McEwen & Wills, 2022).

·  

· The Web of Causation

· The Web of Causation theory was developed to illustrate the intricate relationships among various determinants of health. Unlike other models that may consider a single cause of disease, the Web of Causation takes into account multiple biological, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that influence an individual’s health status (McEwen & Wills, 2022).  This theory suggests that no single factor is solely responsible for a health condition; rather, it is the interaction of several contributors that leads to health issues, highlighting the complexity of diseases in a real-world setting (McEwen & Wills, 2022). 

·  

· Pediatric Obesity in Socio-Economically Disadvantaged Populations

· Pediatric obesity has reached epidemic levels and is particularly concerning among children from lower socio-economic families. Factors contributing to this trend include limited access to healthy foods, lack of safe spaces for physical activity, and educational disparities regarding nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity rates among children in low-income families are significantly higher than in their affluent counterparts (CDC, 2022). Research has shown that children in these communities often experience food insecurity, which leads to an increased reliance on calorie-dense, nutrient-poor foods (Zimmerman et al., 2020). Additionally, environmental barriers like unsafe neighborhoods can further limit opportunities for physical activity.

·  

· Applying the Web of Causation to Pediatric Obesity

· The Web of Causation theory provides a valuable perspective when applied to the issue of pediatric obesity in lower socio-economic populations. It emphasizes that obesity does not arise from individual choices alone; instead, it recognizes the broader societal influences that shape those choices.

· One component of this model is its ability to explain the multi-dimensional factors involved in pediatric obesity. For instance, areas with limited access to grocery stores that offer healthy, affordable food options are prevalent in low-income neighborhoods. This lack of access is a critical link in the web that connects financial constraints, dietary choices, and ultimately, obesity (Zimmerman et al., 2020).

· Additionally, the Web of Causation can help us recognize the significance of socio-cultural dynamics. For instance, societal norms and peer influences can shape attitudes toward body image, physical activity, and eating behaviors. Interventions aimed solely at modifying individual behaviors may fall short if they do not also address these larger societal factors (Harris et al., 2021). Research suggests that community-based interventions that consider these complex interactions have shown the most promise in combating pediatric obesity. For example, school-based programs that promote physical activity and provide nutrition education can encourage healthier behaviors among children while engaging their families (Harris et al., 2021).

· Conclusion

· It’s essential to view our patients as part of a broader system that influences their health. As healthcare providers, we have both the capability and the responsibility to advocate for systemic changes that enhance health equity and combat pediatric obesity among our most at-risk populations. By promoting an understanding of these interconnected factors, we can contribute to sustainable improvements in community health.

·  

· References

· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). Childhood obesity facts.

· Harris, K. J., Smith, D. C., & Barlow, S. E. (2021). Understanding the role of socio-cultural factors influencing childhood obesity in low income families. Childhood Obesity, 17(2), 89-100. 

Links to an external site.

· McEwen, M., & Wills, E. M. (2022). Theoretical basis for nursing (6th ed.). Wolters Kluwer. Chapter 15: Theories From the Biomedical Sciences; “Web of Causation” (pp. 346–347)

· Zimmerman, F. J., Bell, J. B., & Ahn, H. (2020). The influences of food environments on childhood obesity. Socioeconomic Status and Health in Industrialized Nations, 222-241.

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