Circumstances surrounding deaths from the perspective of bereaved Honduran families.
Int J Palliat Nurs
; 22(2): 82-9, 2016 Feb.
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| ID: mdl-26926348
ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
This qualitative study examined how bereaved individuals from Honduras responded to deaths of loved ones, particularly through exploring circumstances surrounding deaths and various coping strategies.METHODS:
With the help of a translator, bereaved family members in Honduras were interviewed using a semi-structured format. The interactions were audio-recorded and later translated and transcribed.RESULTS:
Some 60% of individuals spent time with other family members during their loved one's end of life and 22.5% of grieving individuals took solace in spirituality or religious practices and connecting with God. Some 40% wanted to speak with others through support groups. When individuals spoke about remembering the deceased, both comforting and discomforting effects were expressed.CONCLUSIONS:
Further research is needed to learn more about coping strategies in various cultures and support mechanisms that health professionals can use or suggest when working with bereaved individuals.Palavras-chave
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Luto
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Morte
Tipo de estudo:
Qualitative_research
Limite:
Adult
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Aged
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Humans
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Middle aged
País/Região como assunto:
America central
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Honduras
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Int J Palliat Nurs
Assunto da revista:
ENFERMAGEM
Ano de publicação:
2016
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos