Application of Theoretical Concepts to Research

Application of Theoretical Concepts to Research

Application of Theoretical Concepts to Research

The theory of interpersonal relationship was championed by a nurse name Peplau. This theory seeks to assess the interpersonal relationship between the client and the nurse. The theory aims at training nurses to have prerequisite skills that will enable them treat mental health patients in a humane manner. This theory seeks to train nurses on how to treat mental patients as human beings who need care rather that treating patients. Thus, this paper seeks to evaluate the interpersonal relationship between clients and nurses and the weaknesses of this concept as applied to nursing. Background Theorist’s Background Hildegard Peplau was born to German parents in Reading, Pennsylvania where she was raised. Peplau grew under a persevering and an oppressive mother a factor that made wish to grow beyond the roles that are delegated for women (Schimmels et al 2020). Thus, the decision to delve into the profession of nursing was best choice for her during that time. The devastating flu of 1918 played a crucial role in shaping her understanding the effects of diseases and death on a family (Schimmels et al 2020). Upon finishing school, Peplau served in numerous positions which included nursing career in the hospitals and teaching of the nursing profession. Peplau’s nursing career was fruitful as she worked through various roles to the position of the president of the American Nurses association (Schimmels et al 2020). Perhaps the greatest work of Peplau is in her theory of interpersonal relations in nursing. The motivation to champion for care services to mental patients in the nursing field rather than being custodian of this population group is what pushed her to work on interpersonal relations in nursing.