Qualitative study on the experience and needs of caregivers of patients with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation / 中国实用护理杂志

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.