METHODOLOGICAL THEORETICAL
FRAMEWORK
The Self-Care Theory is one of the three constructs
or theories that form the framework of the Nursing
Theory of the Self-Care Deficit proposed by Orem. Its
presupposition is that all human beings have the potential
to develop their intellectual and practical skills, besides
the essential motivation for self-care(9).
Orem believes that individuals can develop themselves,
for self-care is something learned and not instinctive.
Besides, as the author emphasizes, human functioning
includes physical, psychological, interpersonal, and social
aspects(10).
Self-care implies that a partnership between the patient
and the professional is established, in which problems
are identified and determine the actions and the
appropriate type of intervention. However, the patients
participation in the care plans is very important for the
development of the plan itself, mainly for encouraging a
reduction in the patients dependence