When people have needs that go beyond their ability to care for themselves, they are said to be experiencing which of the following?
a. Self-care deficit
b. Self-care ability
c. Self-care abundance
d. Self-care disability
A
Orem states that the goal for all adults is to have the power and capability to care for themselves. Adults seek assistance when they have a self-care deficit, having needs that go beyond their re-sources to manage.
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