As stated in the article, using this theory as a framework for recruitment and retention was successful, as 86% of the women in the study remained and felt cared for by the nurses. For this reason it was appropriate for women to stay longer, which allowed them to receive an education suited to their illnesses. This theory was used as the basis for a hypothesis, because when this theory is implemented in nursing, women should be able to place their trust in nurses, they should have a sense of caring and be able to contribute to the interpersonal relationship, which is shown and discussed in each phase arising from the theory (Penckofer, Byrn, Mumby, &