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Gu, Aiping

Family caregiver's burden and the social support for older patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis

SUMMARY: Background: Most elderly people undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) treatment have a high incidence of frailty, cognitive impairment and emotional disturbance leading to a significant impact on families. The burden experienced by the family caregivers could affect their physical and emotion health. The objective of this study was to examine the level of burden on family caregivers of elderly adults receiving PD and to identify any contributing factors. Materials and Methods: This was a cross‐sectional study employing convenience sampling.

Mon, 03/22/2021 - 15:34