Self‐care agency as a function of patient—environmental factors among nursing home residents

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Abstract
The relationship between environmental and personal factors on self‐appraised self‐care agency of nursing home residents was examined. Data were collected from 83 nursing home residents in relation to self‐care abilities, environmental constraints, and selected demographic factors. Race and previous occupation were related to self‐care agency with residents who were black or previously self‐employed evidencing higher scores. In addition, residents who viewed the home as overly restrictive or fostering dependence had lower perceptions of their self‐care abilities. The results are discussed in terms of Orem's theory of self‐care, social learning theory, and implications for restructuring care within nursing homes.