Week 1: Models of Transcultural Nursing (graded)

Purpose

The Course Outcome covered this week is CO1.

CO1: Identify theories, concepts, and beliefs related to transcultural nursing. (PO1)

Discussion

Chapter 1 of Andrews and Boyle (2016) discusses Leininger’s Sunrise Model of transcultural nursing. However, other models are described and are important to acknowledge, as well.

• Research the wonderful scholarly resources available to you in the Chamberlain Library. Select a Transcultural Nursing Model/Theory.
• Briefly explain the model/theory in your own words so your classmates will understand the general premises of the model/theory.
• Then, explain how you would be able to apply the model in your practice setting.