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Van Staa, A.

Profiles of family caregivers of patients at the end of life at home: A Q-methodological study into family caregiver' support needs

Background: Family caregivers of patients at the end of life often experience care-related burden. To prevent caregiver burden and to enhance the capacity to provide care it is important to have insight in their support needs. The purpose of this study was to identify profiles of family caregivers who provide care to patients at the end of life at home. Methods: A Q-methodological study was conducted in which family caregivers ranked 40 statements on support needs and experiences with caregiving. Thereafter they explained their ranking in an interview.

Tue, 07/07/2020 - 16:00