CLC ASSIGNMENT Suliat Ogunlana, Tiffany Evenson, Fainaliza Valentine, Paula Wright Grand Canyon University NUR-502 Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Roles and Practice Dr. Nora Hamilton May 6, 2015

Introduction In this elements of theory paper, we will be convincing our peers of the value of using a specific theory to guide practice and evaluate care. We will be describing how nursing theory can impact patient satisfaction scores HCAHPS. HCAHPS is the acronym for Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey and it used to measure patients satisfaction score. HCAHPS regulatory requirements assist to improve the patient and family experience and satisfaction while they are at the hospital. HCAHPS is the first national, standardized...