Family function in childbearing period cervical cancer patients based on the McMaster Family Functioning Theory: a qualitative study
10.3760/cma.j.cn115682-20240812-04500
- VernacularTitle:基于McMaster家庭功能理论的育龄期宫颈癌患者家庭功能的质性研究
- Author:
Xuejiao WANG
1
;
Ling JIANG
;
Qian MA
;
Ya LYU
;
Jingyan GU
Author Information
1. 苏州大学医学部护理学院，苏州 215006
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Cervical cancer;
Childbearing period;
Family function;
Family support;
Qualitative study
- From:
Chinese Journal of Modern Nursing
2025;31(11):1449-1456
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective:To explore the family function of childbearing period cervical cancer patients and their caregivers based on the McMaster Family Functioning Theory, providing a reference for developing scientific and effective family support programs.Methods:This qualitative study employed a purposive sampling method to recruit 15 pairs of childbearing period cervical cancer patients and their caregivers from Wuxi Maternity and Child Health Hospital between March and April 2024. Face-to-face semi-structured interviews were conducted, and data were analyzed using Colaizzi's seven-step method to extract themes.Results:A total of five main themes were identified: role transitions and family structure changes; alterations in family interaction dynamics; evolving caregiving needs and distress; emotional disengagement in disease experiences among family members; family behavioral isolation.Conclusions:The cancer diagnosis posed threats to all six dimensions of family function (role distribution, problem-solving, communication, emotional involvement, emotional responsiveness, and behavioral control). Clinical practitioners should pay close attention to the family functioning of childbearing period cervical cancer patients and develop patient- and caregiver-centered family function intervention programs to help them better cope with the disease and improve clinical outcomes.
