Mutual support between patients and family caregivers in palliative care: A qualitative study
Rachel McCauley,
Karen Ryan,
Regina McQuillan
et al.
Abstract:Background: Patients in receipt of palliative care services are often viewed primarily as recipients of support from their family caregiver. There is a dearth of evidence in palliative care on what comprises mutual support between patients and their family caregivers in palliative care. Aim: To identify processes of mutual support between patients and family caregivers in palliative care. Design: Qualitative study comprising semi-structured interviews. Data were analysed using grounded theory procedures. Setti… Show more
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