Journal of palliative medicine
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Introduction: Quality of life is a difficult concept to understand and therefore difficult to evaluate. From the general definition to the individuality of the person, there are factors that positively or negatively influence quality of life. Aim: The aim is to identify the factors that influence the quality of life of primary caregivers of patients with progressive life-threatening illnesses. ⋯ Family involvment, knowledge about disease and treatment, abilities to communicate patient and the team and optimistic atitude improve caregiver's quality-of-life. Conclusions: The quality of life of the caregiver be improved by social, and relaxation techniques, reduction of insecurity or anxiety. Furthermore, the caregiver's quality of increases through and adequate communication diagnosis, a proper conducted treatment and education over the care maneuvers.