Concept Analysis of Personality in Nursing:

Using Rodgers’ Model

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to clarify the concept of 'personality' in nursing, and examined its applicability to support patients' self-fulfillment.
Methods: Related research papers were extracted using the database Ichushi Web (ver. 5) with the keyword 'personality' , and analyzed using Rodgers' model for concept analysis.
Results: These papers defined 'personality' as follows: an internalized, fundamental trait of an individual, outlining his/her individuality as different from those of others, consistent and essential qualities, and character recognized by others; and a state in which human dignity is protected.
Conclusion: It may be possible to make nursing support for patients' self-fulfillment throughout life more feasible by deepening nurses' understanding of 'personality'. The need to consider patients' physical conditions when providing 'personality' - focused nursing indicates the importance of fully discharging nursing duties. The results also suggested that the consequences of 'personality' are associated with the method nurses use to identify the 'personality' of each patient in care settings.