A Theory of Dependent-Care: A Corollary Theory to Orem’s Theory of Self-Care

Abstract

Dependent-care has its origins in people's requirements for regulatory care. The foundations for dependent-care are found in the ability of individuals to provide their required care. First introduced as a corollary to self-care, this work emerged through a process of reading and discussion. Models that support the theory of dependent-care are identified. Premises are stated. There is elaboration of the conceptualizations representing the work that has been done. There are still elements that need further development, such as specifying the enabling abilities of dependent-care agency and verifying and formalizing the various elements presented.

The development of the parental feeding behaviours questionnaire for Indonesian parents with toddlers: preliminary result

“…To encompass the multiple dimensions of the parental feeding behaviors, this study used theoretical framework comprised of elements of the Orem's Dependent-care deficit nursing theory, parental feeding and toddlers' nutrition. 4,[23][24][25] Based on the result of the extensive literature review, the definition of parental feeding behaviors of parents was the ways Indonesian parents provide healthy food and pleasant eating environment to their toddlers, as well as enhance the toddlers' good eating behaviors which they need to acquire and gather information and make judgement and decision before taking those actions. Hence, there are three dimensions within parental feeding behaviors in this study.…”

The Effect of Maternal Beliefs and Behavior on the Body Weight Status of Preschool-aged Children

“…• The abilities of the dependent-care agent are greater than the abilities of the dependent (Taylor et al, 2001).…”

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“…The theory of dependent-care is a corollary to theory of self-care, a constituent theory within the self-care deficit nursing theory as developed by Dorthea Orem. Therefore, to understand the theory of dependentcare, one must understand the self-care deficit nursing theory (Taylor, Renpenning, Geden, Neuman, & Hart, 2001). …”

An Examination of the Self-Care Concept Uncovers a New Direction for Healthcare Reform

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