PURPOSE: was referring the Self-care deficit theory to a critical analysis. Methodology: a theoretical-reflection study about the aspects of Importance and Aplicability of Chinn and Kramer Critical Analysis Model about the Self-care deficit theo ry. It was developed between October and December 2008. RESULTS: the Self-care deficit theory position is essentially related to the nursing philosophy and demonstrates potential to influence nursing actions, especially on education for the selfcare in patients with ischemic heart disease. CONCLUSIONS: the nursing upon the Self-care deficit theory can offer a more healthy conditions and autonomy to the individual with ischemic heart disease.
Nursing; Nursing Theory; Self Care; Myocardial Ischemia