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Behavioral System Model
Behavioral System Model
Slide 2: Introduction
Introduction to Dorothy Johnson: Dorothy Jhonson is among many nursing theorists whose work
remarkedly revolutionized The Old School Nursing Practices
Her grand theory “Behavior System Model” has profoundly impacted nursing practice and education.
Slide 3: Background
Dorothy Johnson’s Background: She was born in 1919 in Savanah, Georgia, and pursued nursing
education at various institutions, including her Bachelorette degree from Vanderbilt University in 1942.
She practiced briefly as a staff nurse at Chatham-Savannah health council before attending Harvard
university.
Historical Context: Dorothy Johnson’s theory emerged during the mid-20 th century when nursing was
evolving into a profession with a stronger theoretical foundation.
Her theory had evolved from her research, clinical background, many a years of thoughts and through
discussions and writings.
“The belief that nursing care concern is a focus on the person rather than the disease.”
The Importance of Dorothy’s Nursing Theory: Dorothy’s Nursing theory provide a systematic framework
for understanding and improving patient care. Her related writings reflect her knowledge about both the
development as well as generation of early system theories.
Classification of Johnson’s Behavioral System Model: It falls under the category of “Interaction Theories”
in nursing, focusing on how individuals interact with their environment.
Behavioral Systems: Johnson’s theory defines behavioral systems as patterns of behavior that individuals
use to meet their needs.
Subsystems: Subsystems represent smaller units within behavioral systems, such as roles or routines.
Self-regulation: Johnson emphasized the role of self-regulation in maintaining stability within behavioral
systems.
Environment: The environment includes all external factors that influence an individual’s behavioral
systems.
Visual diagram of the Behavioral System Model’s framework, showing the interaction between
behavioral systems, subsystems, and the environment.
Attachment subsystem
Dependency subsystem
Ingestive subsystem
Eliminative subsystem
Real-world examples of how the theory has been applied in healthcare settings:
Case study of a patient’s care plan based on the Behavioral System Model.
Statistics and examples showcasing the ongoing relevance of Johnson’s theory in modern nursing
practice.
Highlight key research studies that have tested or utilized the theory, including findings and their impact
on nursing practice.
Speculation on the future evolution and potential advancements of the Behavioral System Model.
Summarize the key takeaways from the presentation, emphasizing the theory’s significance in nursing.
Please use these outlines as a starting point and expand on each point with more detailed content,
visuals, and examples to create your complete presentation.