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Family Caregiver Preparedness: Developing an Educational Intervention for Symptom Management
Betty R Ferrell1, Nora Ruel1, Tami Borneman1
1City of Hope National Medical Center.
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
|March 18, 2022
Summary
This study developed an educational intervention for family caregivers managing cancer symptoms. The program proved feasible and valuable, enhancing caregivers
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Caregiver Support
- Symptom Management
Background:
- Family caregivers play a crucial role in managing complex symptoms for cancer patients.
- These symptoms arise from both the disease and its treatments, demanding significant caregiver involvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and test the feasibility of an educational intervention for family caregivers focused on cancer symptom management.
- To assess the impact of this intervention on caregiver preparedness, quality of life, and psychological distress.
Main Methods:
- A pilot intervention was designed and implemented for 23 family caregivers of patients with lung or gynecologic cancer.
- Feasibility was evaluated through assessments at baseline and 3 and 7 weeks post-intervention.
Main Results:
- Family caregivers expressed high interest in education, prioritizing constipation, dyspnea, and diarrhea management.
- The intervention demonstrated feasibility and value in aiding caregivers with symptom assessment and treatment decisions.
Conclusions:
- An educational intervention for family caregivers in cancer symptom management is feasible and beneficial.
- Such programs can empower caregivers to better assess symptoms and make informed decisions.
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