Self-Care Management

Paper Summary:

The paper looks at the self-care management theory that seeks to mitigate the circumstances of the vulnerable population through a positive approach to the symptoms of the disorder. The paper focuses on sickle cell disease and explores the five intra-personal factors that can empower the less privileged of society with the personal tools to combat their afflictions. The paper compares the practical application of the theory to similar theories. The paper contends that the research is as sound as it is extensive, but in the practical application of the theory there may be fatal errors.

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"This theory proposes methods and strategies to increase health and quality of life for members of vulnerable populations afflicted with Sickle Cell Disease. The vulnerable population is defined as members of social groups that experience a functionally lower level of health care due to lack of resources. (Dorsey & Murdaugh p. 43) Membership in this disadvantaged social group is typically predicated by being a person of color, living in poverty, those marginalized due to sexual preference, immigrant status or religion. Additionally non-English speaking individuals, people with AIDS, and homeless families are general members of this social group. (Dorsey & Murdaugh p. 43)"

Sample of Sources Used:

• Dorsey, C. J. & Murdaugh, C. L. (2003). The theory of self-care management for vulnerable populations. The Journal of Theory Construction & Testing, 7(2), 43-49.
• What is sickle cell disease? (n.d.). Sickle Cell Disease of America, Inc. Retrieved January 24, 2007, fromhttp://www.sicklecelldisease.org/about_scd/index.phtml

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