Orem’s Self-Care Theory Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Theory (SCDNT) is complex and contains various parts that help to explain how self-care can influence the overall health status of an individual. The basics of SCDNT can be broken down into four interconnected parts: theory of self-care, theory of dependent care, theory of self-care deficit, and theory of nursing systems (Berbiglia & Banfield, 2014). Each theory can be integrated into how the nurse will interact and plan care for patients. The nurse
A 55- year old male presented to an outpatient surgery clinic with pain in suprapubic region for 3 months due to poorly draining Foley catheter. He denied any significant medical illness and was not taking any medications. He was a nonsmoker and did not consume alcohol. He had undergone surgery 3 years ago for bladder calculi . He was put on suprapubic catheter for 2 weeks along with Foley catheter per urethral. He was discharged after removal of SPC with
of using a suprapubic catheter. The suprapubic catheter equipment is portable and can be changed in most bathroom stalls if necessary. Research showed that 21% of patients who could void normally had the best health-related quality of life. The suprapubic catheter allows for independence and continued sexual activity. Patients with a suprapubic catheter reported less urinary tract infections, showing that the suprapubic catheter has a lower risk for infection. Patients felt suprapubic catheters