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Discussion 3.1: Application of a Grand Theory
According to Meleis, the grand theories are “systematic constructions of the nature of nursing,
the mission of nursing, and the goals of nursing care”: it is a theory with broad scope and
constructed from clinical experiences, observations, collection of data, insights, and research
findings (Meleis, 2018). King’s theory of goal attainment is an excellent example of grand
theory. Grand theory is an integral part of the nursing profession. Grand theories are the first set
of theories, and nursing is built on the grand’s theories foundation and serves as a guideline for
nursing practice.
When comparing and contrast Imogene King's and Margaret Newman's theories, King's “Theory
of Goal Attainment” is a multidimensional focus on the personal/patient, interpersonal, and
social systems/environment, which interacts with each other (Caceres, 2015). King gave a broad
explanation of the different factors that could interfere with goal achievement and its connection