Describing Self Care Self Efficacy: Definition, Measurement, Outcomes, and Implications
PURPOSE The pragmatic utility method of concept analysis was used to explore the usefulness of the concept self care self efficacy. DATA SOURCES Empirical studies across disciplines published between 1996 and 2015 were used as data. DATA SYNTHESIS A data matrix was developed. Analytical questions and responses were derived from the data to understand patterns, develop new knowledge and achieve synthesis. CONCLUSION Usefulness of the concept is contingent on how it is defined and measured. Self care self efficacy is associated with performance of self care activities and positive health outcomes in diverse populations. IMPLICATIONS Research can guide development of targeted interventions to increase patients' self care self efficacy, thus reducing costs, and assisting people to achieve optimal health.
International journal of nursing knowledge