The document provides instructions for a research paper on a selected nurse theorist. It outlines four key parts for the paper: 1) describe the background and influences on the theorist and development of their theory, 2) identify major concepts and relationships in the nursing theory, 3) describe the assumptions of the theorist and compatibility with your philosophy, and 4) apply the theory to a clinical situation and how it can improve care. The paper must be at least 1000 words, in APA format, with a minimum of 4 evidence-based references from reliable sources such as the CDC. A grading rubric will also be provided.