Concept Analysis

CONCEPT – INFECTION

Definition:

-the invasion and multiplication of microorganisms in body tissues (Giddens)

Antecedents: <what must occur/be in place for concept to exist/function properly>

-inflammation

-integrity of skin

Defining Characteristics/Theoretical Links: <characteristics or theoretical associations that

quantify/qualify normal/proper functioning of the concept>

-adequate nutrition, oxygen, and perfusion

-gas exchange needed for proper function of inflammatory and immune cells

-localized infection

-systemic infection

Consequence (Positive/Desired): <Events or outcomes that occur with normal/proper functioning of the

concept or its characteristics>

-clear body of harmful pathogens

-build immunity

Risk Factors/Barriers (if present): <List the factors (physiologic; psychologic; physical) that may influence

the normal functioning of the concept or its characteristics>

-immunocompromised

-malnourished

-infection

-infants

-stress or fatigue

Consequences (Negative/Undesired): <outcomes that are a result of the improper functioning of the

concept or its characteristics>

-toxic shock syndrome

-multi-system organ failure

-antibiotic resistance

-MRSA

Interrelated concepts: <review list of concepts and identify which can be affected by the status of this

concept – complete with faculty assistance>

-nutrition

-tissue integrity

-immunity

-stress and coping

-inflammation

Exemplars in Curriculum:

Infection Concept Analysis

Human Pathophysiology (NUR 252)

Creighton University

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