Discusses cultural beliefs and traditions passed on through generations and the importance to nursing care.

HOLISTIC/VARIABLES PAPER

Developmental Variable

Includes purpose in introduction of patient. Indicates

educational level, family dynamics, physical

development of patient.

1. Uses relevant references.

2. Uses Erik Erikson’s psychosocial development

stage for the patient and discussed the importance

to nursing.

3. Discusses the importance of educational level,

family and career as it relates to nursing care.

4. Applies theories and concepts.

5. Uses logical reasoning and correct inductive or

deductive reasoning.

Sociocultural Variable

1. Includes cultural values practiced and the

importance to nursing care.

2. Discusses cultural beliefs and traditions passed on

through generations and the importance to nursing

care.

3. Discusses socialization of the client and its

importance to nursing care.

4. Transitions occur between thoughts.

Spiritual Variable

1. Discusses spiritual and religious beliefs and its

importance to nursing care.

2. Discusses spiritual and religious practices and its

importance to nursing care.

3. Discusses barriers to nursing care related to

spiritual and/or religious beliefs

Psychological Variable

1. Discusses mental well-being and its importance

to nursing care.

2. Discusses family history of mental illness and its

for the patient and its importance to nursing

care.

3. Discusses patient’s mental ability to participate

and make healthcare decisions regarding their health and its importance to nursing care.

APA, Grammar, Spelling

1. Title page is correct.

2. Page numbering is accurate.

3. Page header is appropriate.

4. Citation of references in text is correct.

 Direct quotes

 Paraphrasing

5. Reference list follows APA format.

 Citations in text are included on

reference list

 Reference list citations are included in

text

6. Uses professional vocabulary.

7. Uses correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and

capitalization.

8. Maintains economy of expression.