Albert Bandura and Hildegard Elizabeth Peplau

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Self-efficacy is an important concept; however, the theory does have its limitations like the Interpersonal Relations Theory. Bandura’s theory is “is often tested on a factor that that exerts only partial influence over the behavior of interest. If the factor targeted is a relatively small contributor to the given performance, perceived efficacy cannot emerge as a strong predictor because the factor to which it is tied carries limited weight in the causal structure” (Bandura, 1997, p.62). The Interpersonal Relations Theory requires “nurses to have well-developed communication skills” and “only works if nurses have the time to establish rapport and move forward (Andrist et al., 2006, p.273).

Differences are also discovered between Bandura and Peplau’s theories. The Self-efficacy Theory focuses solely on the patient’s beliefs about their ability to complete a task while the Interpersonal Relations Theory emphasizes that the nurse obverses their behavior as well as the patient’s. This is necessary to keep the focus on the patient (Varcarolis & Halter, 2010, p.31). The main variations between Bandura and Peplau’s theories are evident within the metaparadigms of nursing that were previously mentioned.

Conclusion

The theories of Albert Bandura and Hildegard Elizabeth Peplau have its similarities and differences. They both are significant and supported by research in terms of their utility in nursing. The Self-efficacy theory can be used by nurses to facilitate their understanding of the patient’s behaviors. The Interpersonal Relations theory promotes the exploration of problems and solutions by the nurse and the patient during their interaction. Bandura and Peplau’s theories can be used as a guide to help influence positive changes in the individuals’ state of health.

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Applied Summary Outline

- Introduction: Albert Bandura and Hildegard Elizabeth Peplau

- Description of Theories

- Bandura’s Self-Efficacy Theory

- History

- Basic Ideas

- Conceptual Level

- Summary

- Peplau’s Interpersonal Relations Theory

- History

- Basic Ideas

- Conceptual Level

- Summary

- Analysis of Theories

- Bandura’s Self-Efficacy Theory

- Concepts of Metaparadigms of Nursing

- Areas of Concern

- Empirically Tested

- Support by Research

- Future Use

- Clarity, Simplicity, and Generalizability

- Peplau’s Interpersonal Relations Theory

- Concepts of Metaparadigms of Nursing

- Areas of Concern

- Empirically Tested

- Support by Research

- Future Use

- Clarity, Simplicity, and Generalizability

- Applicability to Nursing Profession

- Bandura’s Self-Efficacy Theory

- Contribution to the Body of Nursing Knowledge

- Application

- Significance

- Peplau’s Interpersonal Relations Theory

- Contribution to the Body of Nursing Knowledge

- Application

- Significance

- Comparison/Contrast of Theories

- Conclusion