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Encapsulating the work of one of the classic nursing theorists, Dorothea Orem, this booklet provides a unique, easily understood overview of Orem's theory. The origin of her theory is presented, assumptions underlying the theory expounded, and the major concepts and propositions explained. By including excellent examples and a glossary of important terms, the author helps the reader make the transition from theory to practice. Dorothea Orem will be extremely useful to undergraduate students and nursing professionals.

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Designed to provide a concise description of the conceptual frameworks and theories in nursing which have emerged in the last quarter century. Though short and succinct, they provide a useful overall view for those studying or actively involved in nursing as well as for those interested in the profession and its development . . . . A highly recommended series.

--Journal of the Institute of Health Education

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Foreword - Susan G Taylor Biographical Sketch of a Nurse Theorist Origin and Development Assumptions, Theories, Concepts, and Propositions Application to Practice, Education, and Research

Dorothea Orem

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      Publisher Sage Publications
      Imprint SAGE Publications Inc
      Published 30 October 1991
      ISBN-13 9780803942998
      978-0803942998
      ISBN-10 0803942990
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      Nursing research and theory

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Encapsulating the work of one of the classic nursing theorists, Dorothea Orem, this booklet provides a unique, easily understood overview of Orem's theory. The origin of her theory is presented, assumptions underlying the theory expounded, and the major concepts and propositions explained. By including excellent examples and a glossary of important terms, the author helps the reader make the transition from theory to practice. Dorothea Orem will be extremely useful to undergraduate students and nursing professionals.

      About the series:

      Designed to provide a concise description of the conceptual frameworks and theories in nursing which have emerged in the last quarter century. Though short and succinct, they provide a useful overall view for those studying or actively involved in nursing as well as for those interested in the profession and its development . . . . A highly recommended series.

      --Journal of the Institute of Health Education

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      Table of Contents

      Foreword - Susan G Taylor Biographical Sketch of a Nurse Theorist Origin and Development Assumptions, Theories, Concepts, and Propositions Application to Practice, Education, and Research

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