Update on research framed in Orem's model.

Area of Science:

• Nursing Theory
• Self-Care Theory
• Dorothea Orem's Framework

Background:

• Review of the state of the science of Orem's self-care model.
• Focus on research published between 1999 and 2007.
• Identifies persistent challenges in applying Orem's work comprehensively in research.

Purpose of the Study:

• To update the status of research utilizing Orem's self-care model.
• To assess the integration of Orem's theories in scientific studies.
• To evaluate the ongoing utility and development of Orem's theoretical framework.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of studies from 1999-2007.
• Analysis of research application of Orem's self-care model and attendant theories.
• Comparison with previous state of the science assessments.

Main Results:

• Persistent issues include superficial application of Orem's theories.
• A substantial body of research demonstrates appropriate framing within Orem's theoretical constructs.
• Evidence suggests continued and effective use of Orem's self-care model in nursing research.

Conclusions:

• Orem's self-care model remains a relevant and developing framework in nursing science.
• Despite challenges, research increasingly demonstrates robust application of Orem's theories.
• The findings support the ongoing use and advancement of Orem's theoretical contributions.