Is Betty Neuman theory a grand theory?

Also question is, what is the theory of Betty Neuman?

A nursing theory developed by Betty Neuman is based on the person's relationship to stress, the response to it, and reconstitution factors that are progressive in nature. The Neuman Systems Model presents a broad, holistic and system-based method to nursing that maintains a factor of flexibility.

One may also ask, what are the major concepts of Betty Neuman's systems model? The major concepts of Neuman's theory are content, which is the variables of the person in interaction with the environment; basic structure or central core; degree to reaction; entropy, which is a process of energy depletion and disorganization moving the client toward illness; flexible line of defense; normal line of

In respect to this, is Neuman Systems Model A grand theory?

Finally, in 1998, the Grand Valley State University in Michigan gave her an Honorary Doctorate of Science. Neuman system model is a grand theory, (with a broader scope) which consists of global conceptual framework.

What is a normal line of defense?

Normal Line of Defense. The normal line of defense represents system stability over time. It is considered to be the usual level of stability in the system. The normal line of defense can change over time in response to coping or responding to the environment.