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Fu W, Li J, Fang F, Zhao D, Hao W, Li S. Subjective burdens among informal caregivers of critically ill patients: a cross-sectional study in rural Shandong, China. BMC Palliat Care 2021; 20:167. [PMID: 34674691 PMCID: PMC8532289 DOI: 10.1186/s12904-021-00858-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Informal caregivers are the main source of care for the critically ill, especially after discharge or during the terminal stages at home. However, the concern for informal caregivers is often overshadowed by critically ill patients. The purpose of this study is to determine the influencing factors of the subjective burden of informal caregivers and to seek solutions accordingly. METHODS Between July and August 2019, a cross-sectional study was conducted in Shandong, China, focusing on family caregivers and critically ill patients. Subjective caregiver burden was measured by the Chinese version of Zarit Burden Interview (ZBI). The stress process model was used to identify conditions relevant to the caregiving burden and to assess their impact on family caregivers. RESULTS 554 samples were selected for analysis. The average scores of Zarit Caregiver Burden Interview (ZBI) scores in this study was 30.37±19.04 (n=554). ZBI scores of older, less educated, and spouse caregivers were significantly lower (4.12; 95%CI, 0.42 to 7.81; P =0.029). Objective and subjective burdens increased proportionally. Secondary role stress factors included the higher out-of-pocket (OOP) costs of critical diseases and lower household income, both of which increased caregivers' subjective burdens (1.28; 95%CI, -0.06 to 2.63; p=0.062). Formal medical aid systems played a positive role in reducing subjective caregiving burdens (-7.31; 95%CI, -13.23 to -1.40; p=0.016). CONCLUSIONS Health policies should address both the direct medical burdens and the intangible psychological burdens of critical diseases.
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- Wenhao Fu
- Centre for Health Management and Policy Research, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China
- NHC Key Lab of Health Economics and Policy Research (Shandong University), Jinan, 250012, China
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- Centre for Health Management and Policy Research, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China.
- NHC Key Lab of Health Economics and Policy Research (Shandong University), Jinan, 250012, China.
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- Centre for Health Management and Policy Research, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China
- NHC Key Lab of Health Economics and Policy Research (Shandong University), Jinan, 250012, China
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- Centre for Health Management and Policy Research, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China
- NHC Key Lab of Health Economics and Policy Research (Shandong University), Jinan, 250012, China
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- Centre for Health Management and Policy Research, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China
- NHC Key Lab of Health Economics and Policy Research (Shandong University), Jinan, 250012, China
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- Centre for Health Management and Policy Research, School of Public Health, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan, 250012, China.
- NHC Key Lab of Health Economics and Policy Research (Shandong University), Jinan, 250012, China.
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Ge X, Tong H, Song Y, He H, Li S, Hong J, Wang W. The caring experience and supportive care needs of male partners for women with gynaecologic cancer: A qualitative literature review. J Clin Nurs 2020; 29:4469-4481. [PMID: 32949056 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2020] [Revised: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 09/06/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To systematically review male partners' caring experience and supportive care needs when caring for women with gynaecologic cancer. METHODS The PRISMA guidelines were used to conduct this systematic review. We performed a comprehensive literature search in nine databases and qualitative studies published in English or Chinese from inception to January 2020. The included papers were appraised, using the Critical Appraisal Skills Program tool for qualitative research. An inductive thematic analysis method was adopted to synthesise major findings to construct core concepts and themes. RESULTS Eight studies were included in this review, and four overarching themes emerged the following: the negative experience of disease, the need for supportive care to cope, adapting to a new life and post-traumatic growth. CONCLUSIONS This study shows that male partners had both negative and positive experiences in the caring process, and they could adjust themselves to some extent. Their perceived supportive care needs were often neglected. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE Male partners of women with gynaecologic cancer are an under-recognised group. The couple-oriented or family-oriented supportive care programmes should be implemented to meet the supportive care needs of male partners to enhance their health and well-being.
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- Xiaoling Ge
- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China.,The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China.,The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei City, China.,Nursing International Collaboration Research Center of Anhui Province, Hefei, China
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- Alice Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Christoph C Zielinski
- Comprehensive Cancer Center, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Central European Cancer Center, Vienna, Austria.
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Guilabert M, Amil P, González-Mestre A, Gil-Sánchez E, Vila A, Contel JC, Ansotegui JC, Solas O, Bacigalupe MT, Fernández-Cano P, Arteagoitia M, Mira JJ. The Measure of the Family Caregivers' Experience. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2018; 15:ijerph15092040. [PMID: 30231535 PMCID: PMC6165505 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph15092040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2018] [Revised: 08/31/2018] [Accepted: 09/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Objective: Design and validate a measure of the experience of family caregivers with the integrated care that receive the persons they care for. Methods: The new instrument for measuring the experience of caregivers is based on the Instrument to Evaluate the EXperience of PAtients with Chronic Diseases (acronym in Spanish: IEXPAC) scale instrument. With the qualitative technique of the discussion group, nine professionals and eight caregivers assessed the face validity of the instrument and they advised on issues to explore and the measuring scale to use. The instrument’s items were analyzed individually, as well as its consistency, reliability, and construct and empirical validity. Results: 235 caregivers responded, of which 186 (79%) were women. The average age of the persons under their care was 83.9 years (SD 9.7). The scale’s score when eliminating its items one by one ranged between 38.6 and 41.1. The factorial saturations of the items ranged between 0.53 and 0.82. Cronbach’s alpha (12 elements) was 0.88 and the Kuder-Richardson coefficient was 0.91. The factorial solution explained 64.3% of the total variance and allowed isolating two factors (with 11 items with saturations greater than 0.65): care for the patient, and care for the caregiver. The internal consistency of both factors was greater than 0.80. The scale’s score was 41.1 (SD 9.7). Conclusions: The Caregivers Experience Instrument combines acceptability, ease of comprehension, and perceived usefulness for the caregivers. It has adequate internal consistency, reliability, and construct and empirical validity.
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- Mercedes Guilabert
- Health Psychology Department, Universidad Miguel Hernández de Elche, Comunidad Valenciana, 03202 Elche, Spain.
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- Programa Pacient Expert Catalunya®, Programa de Prevenció i Atenció a la Cronicitat Direcció General de Planificació i en Salut, Departament de Salut, Cataluña, 08028 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Programa Pacient Expert Catalunya®, Programa de Prevenció i Atenció a la Cronicitat Direcció General de Planificació i en Salut, Departament de Salut, Cataluña, 08028 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Programa Pacient Expert Catalunya®, Programa de Prevenció i Atenció a la Cronicitat Direcció General de Planificació i en Salut, Departament de Salut, Cataluña, 08028 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Servei de Valoracions, Sub-Direcció General d'Atenció i de Promoció de l'Autonomia Personal Direcció general de Protecció Social, Departament de Treball, Afers Socials i Famílies, Cataluña, 08019 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Programa Pacient Expert Catalunya®, Programa de Prevenció i Atenció a la Cronicitat Direcció General de Planificació i en Salut, Departament de Salut, Cataluña, 08028 Barcelona, Spain.
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- Consultora de Políticas Públicas y Gestión de Organizaciones, Castilla la Mancha, 45112 Toledo, Spain.
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- Fundación Vasca de Innovación Sanitaria, País Vasco, 48902 Bilbao, Spain.
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- Health Psychology Department, Universidad Miguel Hernández de Elche, Comunidad Valenciana, 03202 Elche, Spain.
- Alicante-Sant Joan Health District, Comunidad Valenciana, 03550 Alicante, Spain.
- REDISSEC, Red de Investigación en Servicios de Salud en Enfermedades Crónicas, Comunidad Valenciana, 46020 Valencia, Spain.
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