Teoria de Dorothea Orem : uma análise da sua aplicabilidade na assistência a pacientes estomizados

Abstract

Objective: To reflect on the applicability of the Theory of Dorothea Orem in assisting ostomy patients. Methodology: reflective, based on the analysis and interpretation of articles, dissertations and theses, to enable understanding of the possibilities of application of the Theory of Self Care to ostomy patients, with a view to deepening the theme and appropriate assistance to allied assumptions basic theory. Results: The Theory of Self-care is an essential tool in the focus of care for this patient, since it allows to better knowledge about the care of the stoma, better acceptance of their treatment and prevention of common complications at the insertion site of the stoma. Conclusion: The nursing care associated with the theory allows to emphasize the commitment of the professional and the client, engaging in the self-care. The use of the proposed model may result, therefore, more effective attention to ostomy patients, since it provides greater patient participation in their care plan.