Dorothea Orem and Self-Care Theories

Questions and Answers

What is defined as an inability to perform daily functions related to health and well-being?

Self-care agency

Self-care deficit (correct)

Therapeutic demand

Health maintenance

Which classification of the Theory of Nursing Systems involves complete assistance from nurses?

Partially compensatory

Supportive-educative system

Wholly compensatory (correct)

Collaborative system

What phenomenon does the assumption of the Self-Care Theory primarily focus on for human beings?

Dependence on technology

Inability to care for others

Communication and connection (correct)

Isolation from the environment

What does the term 'human agency' refer to in the context of the Self-Care Theory?

Power to identify and fulfill needs Signup and view all the answers

In which metaparadigm does the concept of 'nursing' primarily fall under?

Nursing Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can contribute to a self-care deficit?

Physical or mental impairments Signup and view all the answers

What type of nursing system involves shared responsibility between nurses and patients?

Partially compensatory Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an assumption of the Self-Care Theory?

Humans are independent of their environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the first phase of the Nurse-Patient relationship according to Peplau's theory?

Orientation Signup and view all the answers

Which educational achievement did Hildegard Peplau obtain first?

Graduated from Pottstown School of Nursing Signup and view all the answers

What role does Peplau designate to a nurse when first meeting a patient?

Stranger Role Signup and view all the answers

Which assumption is emphasized in Peplau's Interpersonal Relations Theory?

Communication skills are fundamental to nursing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the final phase of the Nurse-Patient relationship as defined by Peplau?

Resolution Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Hildegard Peplau earn her Ed.D. in Curriculum Development?

1953 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Dorothea E. Orem's Theory of Nursing Systems?

Redefining nursing as decision-makers and planners Signup and view all the answers

According to Peplau's theory, what is the primary outcome from the nurse-patient interaction?

Both the patient and nurse grow from the interaction. Signup and view all the answers

How does the Theory of Self-Care Deficit redefine patients' roles?

Promoting patients' ability to manage their own care Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles corresponds to the nurse interpreting clinical treatment data?

Resource Person Role Signup and view all the answers

What does the Theory of Self-Care advocate for in terms of patient education?

Empowering patients to maintain their health independently Signup and view all the answers

What is one key role of nurses according to the Theory of Nursing Systems?

Collaborative partners who adjust care based on individual needs Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of patient care does the Theory of Self-Care emphasize?

Patients taking on more responsibility for personal health Signup and view all the answers

What future challenge do nurses face according to the Theory of Nursing Systems?

Adapting to increasingly complex healthcare needs Signup and view all the answers

What significant benefit does the Theory of Self-Care provide to nursing practice?

Enhancing self-care by educating patients about their health Signup and view all the answers

How do nurses apply the Theory of Self-Care in their practice?

By enabling patients to manage their conditions independently Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Theory of Self-Care?

Individuals performing activities independently for their well-being Signup and view all the answers

What are the three major theories developed by Dorothea Orem?

Theory of Self-Care, Theory of Self-Care Deficit, Theory of Nursing System Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'Self-Care Agency' in Orem's theory?

The capability to engage in self-care activities Signup and view all the answers

What is defined as 'Therapeutic Self-Care Demand'?

The assessment of care activities needed to satisfy individual self-care needs Signup and view all the answers

Which type of self-care requisites includes universal, developmental, and health deviation aspects?

Self-Care Requisites Signup and view all the answers

In what year did Dorothea Orem complete her Master's degree?

1945 Signup and view all the answers

What city was Dorothea Orem born in?

Baltimore, Maryland Signup and view all the answers

Which theory focuses on the individual's incapacity to perform self-care activities?

Theory of Self-Care Deficit Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Dorothea Orem

Born on July 15, 1914, in Baltimore, Maryland.
Youngest of several siblings; father worked in construction, mother was a homemaker.
Attended Seton High School (1931) and graduated from Providence Hospital School of Nursing (1934).
Furthered education at Catholic University of America, earning a master's degree in 1945.
Died on June 22, 2007, at the age of 93.

Key Theories

Developed Theory of Self-Care, focusing on self-directed activities to maintain health.
Self-Care Agency: individual's ability to engage in self-care activities.
Self-Care Requisites: categorized into universal, developmental, and health deviation needs.
Therapeutic Self-Care Demand: assessments needed for individuals to meet their self-care needs.

Theory of Self-Care Deficit

Self-care deficits arise when individuals are unable to meet their own care requirements.
Can result from physical or mental limitations (e.g., surgery recovery, depression, aging).
Highlights the relationship between self-care demand and individual capabilities.

Theory of Nursing Systems

Describes nursing actions in harmony with patients, categorizing them into three systems:
- Wholly compensatory: nurse takes total responsibility for care.
- Partially compensatory: shared responsibilities between the nurse and the patient.
- Supportive-educative system: focuses on guiding and teaching the patient.

Assumptions of Self-Care Theory

Interconnectedness exists among individuals and their environment for sustenance.
Mature individuals exercise decision-making capabilities for self-care.
Groups work together to accomplish care tasks and responsibilities.

Metaparadigm Concepts

Person: an entity capable of thought, reflection, and interaction.
Environment: includes factors affecting a person's conditions and development.
Health: defined as having sound structural and functional well-being.
Nursing: the art of assisting patients to achieve self-care capabilities.

Importance of Orem's Theories

Influential in shaping nursing practice, emphasizing patient empowerment and collaboration.
Reconfigured nursing roles to be decision-makers and not merely caregivers.
Encourages a personalized approach to nursing, adapting to complex patient needs.
Promotes independence and responsibility among patients regarding their healthcare.

Hildegard Peplau

Born on September 1, 1909, in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
Graduated from Pottstown School of Nursing in 1931.
Earned a B.A. in interpersonal psychology (1943) and an M.A. in psychiatric nursing (1947).
Obtained a doctorate in curriculum development from Columbia University (1953).
Died on March 17, 1999, at age 89.

Assumptions of Interpersonal Relations Theory

Emphasizes the interactive relationship between nurses and patients, leading to mutual growth.
Stresses the importance of communication and interviewing as essential nursing skills.
Nurses must possess self-awareness to facilitate patient development effectively.

Nurse-Patient Relationship Phases

Orientation: mutual identification of the patient’s concerns.
Identification: establishment of trust and acceptance of help.
Exploitation: patient utilizes nurse's assistance for growth.
Resolution: patient achieves new goals and moves on from the relationship.

Nursing Roles Defined by Peplau

Stranger Role: initial contact with the patient is akin to meeting a stranger.
Resource Person Role: serves to provide information and clarify clinical data.

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Explore the life and key theories of Dorothea Orem, a prominent nursing theorist renowned for her Theory of Self-Care. This quiz delves into her concepts such as Self-Care Agency and the Theory of Self-Care Deficit. Test your knowledge on how these theories can be applied in nursing practice.