The nursing theory of lmogene King provided an effective framework for viewing
the complex interactions that occurred when a psychotic client with newly diagnosed
human immunodeficiency virus infection (acquired immunodeficiency
syndrome-related complex) was admitted to a general psychiatric unit. The interacting
systems identified in King’s theory assisted in the evaluation of the
relationship that formed between the client and the nurses and provided a plan
for action that led to the successful achievement of nursing care goals.