Change Theory Flashcards
Who is the proponent of Change Theory?
Kurt Lewin
If you want to truly understand something, try to change it
Kurt Lewin
What are the Key Concepts in Change Theory
Driving Forces, Restraining Forces, Equilibrium
Are forces that push in a direction that causes change to occur, push the person in the desired direction
Driving Forces
Are forces that counter driving forces, hinder change bc they push the person in the opposite direction
Restraining Forces
a state of being where driving forces equal restraining forces and no change occurs, can be raised or lowered by changes that occur between the driving and restraining forces
Equilbrium
As future nurses, it is pertinent that _____________ and _________ ,must be analyzed before implementing a planned change
driving forces and restraining forces
3 Distinct and vital stages in Lewin’s Change Theory
unfreeze, change, refreeze
Step 1 Unfreeze
First increase the driving forces that direct behavior away from the existing situations or status quo
Unfreeze
decrease the restraining forces that negatively affect the movement from the existing equilibrium
Step 3
The first part of the change process is usually the _____________
most difficult and stressful
Step 2: Change
“Moving to a new level of Changing”
Step 3: Refreeze
Establishing new Standard Operating Procedure - “Closure”
talk about quality assurance - nurse. Shares improvement thanks everyone for a job well done
C. Refreeze
