Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. Annual International Conference·2021
Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. Annual International Conference·2020
Area of Science:
Nursing Education
Conceptual Models in Nursing
Science of Unitary Humans
Background:
The integration of theoretical frameworks is crucial for advancing nursing practice.
Martha Rogers' Science of Unitary Humans offers a unique perspective on nursing.
Previous implementations of this model have primarily focused on higher degree programs.
Purpose of the Study:
To document the first associate degree nursing program's adoption of Martha Rogers' Science of Unitary Humans.
To explore the rationale, curriculum design, and implementation challenges of this novel approach.
To assess student and faculty reception of the Science of Unitary Humans model.
Main Methods:
Descriptive case study of a pioneering associate degree nursing program.
Analysis of curriculum design and implementation strategies.
Qualitative assessment of student and faculty feedback.
Main Results:
Successful integration of the Science of Unitary Humans into an associate degree nursing curriculum.
Identified specific challenges in adapting the model for a 2-year program.
Positive student and faculty engagement reported, with noted areas for refinement.
Conclusions:
The Science of Unitary Humans can be effectively adapted for associate degree nursing education.
Implementation requires careful curriculum planning and faculty development.
This model provides a robust framework for developing nurses prepared for complex healthcare environments.