MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is the identified limitation of Abdellah’s 21 nursing problem theory?
A
It’s problem solving approach
B
The language used by Abdellah in creating the theory’s framework
C
The emphasis in providing medical attention to client’s needs
D
The very strong nurse-centered orientation
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The major limitation to Abdellah’s theory and the 21 nursing problems is their robust nurse-centered orientation. She rather conceptualized nurses’ actions in nursing care which is contrary to her aim. Another point is the lack of emphasis on what the client is to achieve was given in client care.

Detailed explanation-2: -The twenty-one nursing problems fall into three categories: physical, sociological, and emotional needs of patients; types of interpersonal relationships between the patient and nurse; and common elements of patient care.

Detailed explanation-3: -Abdellah’s work, which is based on the problem-solving method, serves as a vehicle for delineating nursing (patient) problems as the patient moves toward a healthy outcome. The theory identifies ten steps to identify the patient’s problem and 11 nursing skills used to develop a treatment typology.

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