Abstract
Objective To investigate the requirements of major caregivers of elderly terminal stage patients and to explore its influence factors. Methods A questionnaire survey was put into practice on 214 main caregivers of elderly hospice patients with ADL Katzs scale and questionnaires of self-established home care requirments. Results The total score of requirements of major caregivers of elderly terminal stage patients was( 94.86 + 10.03), the highest score was medical care needs(27.04±3.32), the lowest score was spiritual comfort demand(21.95±3.01). Gender, family care burden and self-perceived health status were the main factors which influence the requirements of major caregivers of elderly terminal stage patients(P<0.01). Conclusions The requirements of major caregivers of elderly terminal stage patients was in the upper level and are affected by multiple factors.Health care workers should conduct a comprehensive assessment and make personalized services to meet the requirements of major caregivers of elderly terminal stage patients, improving the quality of life of dying patients and their major caregivers. Key words: Elderly; End of life; Major caregiver; Care needs
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