What is the central concept of Parse's Human Becoming Theory?

What is the central concept of Parse's Human Becoming Theory?

• A. Meaning-making and becoming; humans co-create reality through lived experience.
• B. Biochemical processes.
• C. Economic determinants of health.
• D. Standardized measurable outcomes.

Answer: (A)

Meaning-making and becoming, with humans co-creating reality through lived experience. In Parse's Human Becoming Theory, health is a process of expanding consciousness rather than simply the presence or absence of disease. People continually interpret their experiences and relationships to create meaning, and they have the freedom to choose possibilities that reshape their world. The nurse supports this process by accompanying and guiding the person as they reflect on their lived experiences and pursue meanings that resonate with them. Choices that focus on biochemical processes, economic determinants, or standardized outcomes miss this emphasis on meaning-making and the ongoing becoming of the person.

Meaning-making and becoming, with humans co-creating reality through lived experience. In Parse's Human Becoming Theory, health is a process of expanding consciousness rather than simply the presence or absence of disease. People continually interpret their experiences and relationships to create meaning, and they have the freedom to choose possibilities that reshape their world. The nurse supports this process by accompanying and guiding the person as they reflect on their lived experiences and pursue meanings that resonate with them. Choices that focus on biochemical processes, economic determinants, or standardized outcomes miss this emphasis on meaning-making and the ongoing becoming of the person.