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Using Web-based interventions to support caregivers of patients with cancer: a systematic review
Donna J Kaltenbaugh1, Mary Lou Klem2, Lu Hu1
1University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
Purpose/Objectives:
To explore the literature to examine the physical, social, psychological, financial, usability, and feasibility outcomes of Web-based interventions on caregivers of people with cancer and to identify potential trends in this body of evidence.
Data Sources:
PubMed, CINAHL®, PsycINFO®, and Inspec.
Data Synthesis:
Six articles met inclusion criteria. Across studies, most caregivers were middle-aged female spouses with some college attendance who felt "somewhat comfortable" using the Internet. Caregiver interventions used single- and multicomponent services and reduced negative mood.
Conclusions:
Web-based caregiver interventions can be beneficial in offering information and support and may positively influence the social and psychological outcomes in this population.
Implications For Nursing:
Many studies described caregiver Internet usage and interventional perceptions and needs, but few have examined the impact of web-based interventions on caregivers. More research is needed to produce high-quality evidence in this population.
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