Dorothea Orem

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The paper discusses that although a number of nursing theories have been advanced over the years, some have had a more lasting impact than others and this is certainly the case with the nursing theory developed by Dorothea Orem. The paper notes that although Orem recently passed away her influence on nursing theory continues to expand around the world. This nursing theory summary paper provides an overview and discussion of Orem's nursing theory and paradigm, followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.

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"These two philosophical concepts serve as a basis for inclusion of educational strategies that assist students from disadvantaged backgrounds to meet required needs resulting from limitations related to finance, education, and/or culture". The paradigm developed by Orem includes the critical component of caring as the framework in which the theory is administered. For instance, Rami and Hansberry report, "Caring is the milieu in which the educational methodologies are planned, and includes awareness and acceptance of an individual's strengths and weaknesses" (p. 80). This level of caring requires a holistic approach to patient assessment and the formulation of appropriate clinical interventions."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Donahue, M. P. (1996). Nursing, the finest art: An illustrated history. St. Louis, MO: Mosby.
• Dorothea Orem. (2008). Spock.com [Online]. Available: http://www.spock.com/Dorothea- Orem.
• Freshwater, D. (2003). Counselling skills for nurses, midwives and health visitors. Philadelphia: Open University Press.
• Rami, J. S. & Hansberry, A. H. (1991). Educating minority students for the health professions: Taking a quantum leap to meet the challenge. Education, 115(1), 80.
• Orem, D. (1991). Nursing concepts of practice (4th ed.). Chicago: Mosby in Rami & Hansberry at p. 81.

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