Abstract

To discuss the new phenomenon of distance caregiving, with an emphasis on the experience of adult children providing distance caregiving to a parent with cancer. Literature review and author research. Although the research is limited, it forms the foundation for beginning to describe the phenomenon and the associated psychosocial burdens that distance caregivers are struggling with. With the growing population of distance caregivers, it is important for nurses to address these burdens. Interventions for clinical practice are recommended.

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