Psychiatric nursing care with grandiose delusions and self-care deficits using Dorothea Orem's theory (self-care) in the Kenanga Ward, Radjiman Wediodiningrat Hospital.
Abstract
Background: Patients with delusions often experience impaired fulfillment of basic self-care needs. Aim: This study aims to describe psychiatric nursing care for patients with grandiose delusions and self-care deficits based on Dorothea Orem’s theory. Method: A case study research design was applied using interviews, observations, and documentation.Results: The results showed improvement in the patient’s ability to perform self-care independently under supervision.Conclusion: Dorothea Orem’s self-care theory is effective in improving self-care abilities in patients with grandiose delusions..
Fields of Study & Subjects
Psychiatric care and mental health services
Nursing care and research
Nursing Diagnosis and Documentation
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Jurnal Penelitian Keperawatan Kontemporer
- Volume
- 6
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 476–487
- Publication date
- 30 January 2026