Application of Orem self-care model in total hip replacement patients

Objective To research the effect of application of Orem self-care model in the total hip replacement patients, Methods Using the control methods of historic, the patients were divided into control group and experimental group, the 53 patients admitted before application of Orem self-care model were set as the control group,while those 53 patients admitted after application of Orem self-care model were set as the experimental group. Using conventional methods of nursing in the control group, accordance with Orem self-care model to implement standardized management in the experi-mental group. The self-care ability and satisfaction degree of patients were compared between the two groups. Results The self-care ability was improved significantly in the experimental group, among 51 cases able to maintain the normal movement of artificial joints, improvement the quality of life, increased satisfaction with care. Conclusions Implementation Orem self-care model can enhance self-care ability of patients , improve care satisfaction. Key words: Orem self-care model;  Total hip replacement;  Self-care