1. Discuss Parse’s description of nursing as a basic science, the practice of which is a performing art. How is it a basic science and how is it a performing art?  Consider Parse’s concept of true...

1. Discuss Parse’s description of nursing as a basic science, the practice of which is a performing art. How is it a basic science and how is it a performing art?  Consider Parse’s concept of true presence. In what ways is this different from a traditional view of the nurse’s role? In what ways is it the same?  Discuss Parse’s definition of health. What would (or should) the nurse’s role be if she believes that the patient is demonstrating unhealthy practices or behaviors?

2. Describe the nurse’s role in illuminating meaning.  Discuss how Parse’s human becoming school of thought can be used to direct nursing practice.  Describe a clinical scenario and compare assessment using a totality paradigm theory with assessment using Parse’s theory.