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Dynamism in practice: parenting within King's framework

D M Norris, P J Hoyer

    Nursing Science Quarterly
    |January 1, 1993
    PubMed

    Insights

    This study introduces a dynamic parenting framework for neonatal intensive care units, applying King's theory of goal attainment. It aims to shift neonatal care towards parent-nurse transactions, valuing human interaction.

    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Theory
    • Neonatal Care
    • Parenting Studies

    Background:

    • Neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) often medicalize the parenting experience.
    • There is a need for frameworks that support parental engagement in NICU settings.
    • King's theory of goal attainment offers a potential basis for understanding parent-nurse interactions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a dynamic framework for parenting in the NICU based on King's theory of goal attainment.
    • To explore the valuational components of human interaction within the NICU context.
    • To facilitate a shift from medicalization towards transactional relationships between parents and nurses.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual framework development integrating King's theory and parenting literature.
    • Analysis of human interaction within the NICU environment.
    • Descriptive approach to illustrate the transition in care models.

    Main Results:

    • A framework was developed emphasizing the valuational aspects of parent-nurse interactions.
    • The framework supports a more transactional model of parenting in the NICU.
    • Potential for enhancing parent participation and collaboration in neonatal care.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed dynamic parenting framework offers a novel approach to NICU care.
    • Applying King's theory can redefine parent-nurse relationships towards partnership.
    • This model moves beyond medicalization to foster genuine human interaction and shared goals.

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