An Interpretation of Family within Orem's General Theory of Nursing

This article offers an interpretation of family from the perspective of Orem's theory of nursing. The family is conceptualized within this theory from three perspectives: (a) as a factor that conditions an individual's requirements for care and ability to provide care for self; (b) as a de...

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Published in:Nursing science quarterly 1989, Vol.2 (3), p.131-137
Main Author: Taylor, Susan G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Family
Home Care Services
Home Nursing
Humans
Nursing
Nursing Process
Nursing Theory
Self Care
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Summary:This article offers an interpretation of family from the perspective of Orem's theory of nursing. The family is conceptualized within this theory from three perspectives: (a) as a factor that conditions an individual's requirements for care and ability to provide care for self; (b) as a depend ent-care unit; and (c) as a unit of service. The meaning of these perspec tives to the nurse is examined. The different assessment questions are identified. The family is seen as having functions related to the members' development of self-care agency and the establishment of appropriate dependent care systems in such a way as to promote the health of the entire family.
ISSN:0894-3184
1552-7409
DOI:10.1177/089431848900200308