1.
West J Nurs Res
; 15(3): 314-24; discussion 324-6, 1993 Jun.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-8317114
Subject(s)
Activities of Daily Living , Aged , Homes for the Aged , Nursing Homes , Self Care , Aged, 80 and over , Female , Geriatric Assessment , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Nursing Theory , Sampling Studies
2.
Res Nurs Health
; 13(5): 303-9, 1990 Oct.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-2236653
ABSTRACT
The relationship between environmental and personal factors on self-appraised self-care agency of nursing home residents was examined. Data were collected from 83 nursing home residents in relation to self-care abilities, environmental constraints, and selected demographic factors. Race and previous occupation were related to self-care agency with residents who were black or previously self-employed evidencing higher scores. In addition, residents who viewed the home as overly restrictive or fostering dependence had lower perceptions of their self-care abilities. The results are discussed in terms of Orem's theory of self-care, social learning theory, and implications for restructuring care within nursing homes.