Qualitative study on the experience and needs of caregivers of patients with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation

VernacularTitle:造血干细胞移植患者照顾者照护体验与需求的质性研究
Author: Lili XIE ; Huiling LI ; Xiuchen JING
Keywords: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation; Caregiver; Caregiving experience; Needs; Qualitative research
From: Chinese Journal of Practical Nursing 2017;33(24):1885-1888
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: Objective To investigate the experience and needs of caregivers of patients with hematopoietic stem cell transplantion (HSCT) , in order to provide the basis for targeted intervention. Methods Using qualitative phenomenological research methods, semi- structured interviews of 10 caregivers of HSCT patients were conducted, then the data were summarized and analyzed. Results Four themes were extracted: heavy caregiving burden, adaptation to the caregiving role, professional support needs, humanistic care needs. Conclusions The medical staff should strengthen the health education on HSCT caregivers to improve their ability and their own health concerns, alleviate their psychological pressure, and mobilize social forces to reduce the burden of care.