Presentation: Liddy Hall's Core, Care, and Cure Theory and its Implications to Nursing Practice

Speakers and Topics

• Karen Ray Cabanet: Brief Definition of Liddy Hall's Three Aspects of Nursing Practice
• Kamaljit and Desiree Manuel: The Core, Care, and Cure in Relation to Nursing Paradigm
• Ashna Sudharsanan: Nursing Practice Example
• Janica Ribalde: Application of Core, Care, and Cure Theory to Sample Nursing Practice
• Nilamben Patel: Relevance and Adequacy of the Theory to Nursing Practice Today

Presentation Objectives

• Gain an in-depth understanding of Lydia Hall's core, care, and cure theory.
• Explain and relate Lydia Hall's theory with the four nursing meta-paradigms.
• Demonstrate the implication of the core, care, and cure theory to nursing practice through an example.

Lydia Hall's Three Aspects of Nursing Practice

1. Care
   • Involves intimate bodily care of the patient.
   • Suggests a comforting and nurturing relationship between the nurse and the patient.
2. Cure
   • Involves interventions in treating the patient through medication and treatments.
   • A shared effort of the nurse and other healthcare professionals.
3. Core
   • The patient is the central focus.
   • Involves therapeutic use of self in communicating with the patient.
   • Builds interpersonal relationships to promote the development of the core.

Nursing Paradigm

• Defined by Kamaljit: A framework to distinguish nursing from other disciplines.
• Developed by Fawcett: Human being, environment, health, and nursing.
  • Human Being: Totality of an individual with unique care needs.
  • Health: Self-awareness and capacity to achieve wellness.
  • Environment: Social and emotional surroundings that aid self-awareness.
  • Nursing: Core, care, and cure are intertwined to achieve patient wellness.

Nursing Practice Example

• Presented by Ashna Sudharsanan
• Case Study: 59-year-old male, post-stroke with left-sided hemiparesis.
  • Demonstrates application of core, care, and cure theory.

Application of Theory (Janica Ribalde)

• Core: Therapeutic use of self, emotional support, goal-setting.
• Care: Physical care, proper positioning, range of motion exercises.
• Cure: Medical interventions, collaboration with physiotherapists, occupational, and speech therapists.
• Addresses totality of patient needs: social, psychological, and physical aspects.

Relevance and Adequacy of Theory (Nilamben Patel)

• Clarity and Structure: Clear and consistent identification of patient needs.
• Simplicity: Easy to understand and apply.
• Generality: Applicable in chronic illness, rehabilitation, community settings.
• Accessibility: Strong for nurses in rehabilitation and long-term care.
• Importance: Emphasizes nurse-patient interconnection for improved health outcomes.

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The presentation highlighted Lydia Hall's core, care, and cure as fundamental aspects of nursing practice that are crucial for addressing the holistic needs of patients. The theory's application in practice showcases the need for comprehensive care that encompasses biological, social, and emotional dimensions. The relevancy of the theory today is underscored by its adaptability and potential to enhance patient outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.