CECILIA LAURENTE

• Who is Cecilia M. Laurente?

  A well-known nursing theorist from the Philippines
• What is the title of Laurente's published paper?

  Categorization of Nursing Activities
• What did Laurente study and later become in nursing education?

  She became a teacher and leader
• When did Laurente obtain her Bachelor of Science in Nursing?

  1967
• When did Laurente earn her Master’s degree?

  1973
• Where did Laurente teach nursing?

  University of the Philippines
• What is the focus of Laurente's theory of nursing practice and career?

  • Better communication among nurses
  • Involving families in patient care
  • Addressing patient’s anxiety
• What does the metaparadigm concept of 'Person' imply in Laurente's theory?

  Every patient is unique and family is important
• How does Laurente define 'Health' in her metaparadigm?

  Includes emotional well-being, not just absence of illness
• What is the role of nurses according to Laurente's definition of 'Nursing'?

  Nurses should build strong relationships with patients
• What does the 'Environment' metaparadigm refer to in Laurente's theory?

  The surroundings affecting a person's health
• What are Laurente's contributions to nursing?

  • Emphasizes teamwork with families
  • Improves patient care
  • Encourages self-awareness in nurses