Nancy Ludwig Hughes: Pioneer Of The Roy Adaptation Model In Nursing
Nancy Ludwig Hughes, a renowned nursing theorist, developed the Roy Adaptation Model, which focuses on how individuals, families, groups, and communities adapt to environmental stressors. The model emphasizes adaptation as a dynamic process involving cognitive and physiological responses, and it guides nurses in assessing adaptive responses, implementing interventions to enhance coping, and supporting patients during adaptation processes. Hughes’ contributions have significantly influenced nursing theory and practice, providing a framework for promoting and restoring health by addressing stressors and facilitating adaptation.
