Articles: caregivers.
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Regional anaesthesia provides important clinical benefits to patients but is underutilised. A barrier to widespread adoption may be the focus of regional anaesthesia research on novel techniques rather than evaluating and optimising existing approaches. Research priorities in regional anaesthesia identified by anaesthetists have been published, but the views of patients, carers and other healthcare professionals have not been considered previously. Therefore, we launched a multidisciplinary research priority setting partnership that aimed to establish key regional anaesthesia research priorities for the UK. ⋯ This initiative has resulted in a list of research questions prioritised by patients, carers and a multidisciplinary group of healthcare professionals that should be used to inform and support future regional anaesthesia research in the UK.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Feb 2025
Sights and Sounds of Respiratory Changes During Hospice Death Vigils: Hospice Caregivers Experience.
Research has documented common respiratory changes at the end of life for hospice patients. Some studies have noted these symptoms as distressing and challenging for families, and as a potential reason for emergency room visits and hospice benefit revocation. However, the experiences and emotions of family members regarding these respiratory changes in the final days, particularly when they are alone in a home setting, are not well documented. A recent study found 51% caregivers identified abnormal breathing as a challenge during their vigil experience. ⋯ Opportunities exist for hospice agencies to better address the caregiver distress caused by witnessing noisy breathing (death rattle), Cheyne-Stokes breathing, and agonal breathing. Further research is needed to identify standard definitions for these respiratory changes, their prevalence in the home hospice setting, and to develop practice standards and effective interventions to relieve caregiver distress.
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To determine the effect of the health literacy levels of caregivers of individuals with T2DM on caregiving activities and supportive behaviours. ⋯ In the research, it was determined that care activities and supportive behaviours were higher in those with higher levels of HL, higher levels of education, those who were not employed, those with higher income levels, and those who received education about diabetes. Nurses should develop training programmes to increase the HL levels of caregivers.
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Schizophrenia is a complex mental health disorder that not only affects the individual diagnosed but also has profound implications for their families and caregivers. This paper aims to shed light on the emotional, social and practical challenges faced by caregivers, as well as the coping mechanisms they employ to navigate the complexities of caregiving. ⋯ Caregivers often experience a wide range of emotions, from love and empathy to frustration and helplessness, as they navigate the challenges of supporting their loved ones with schizophrenia. Additionally, caregivers may face stigma, social isolation and financial strain, further complicating their caregiving journey.