Needs assessment of caregivers of people with HIV/AIDS.
This descriptive study assessed 34 caregivers of people with HIV/AIDS to learn their perceived needs, concerns, and use of services. Results indicated the most common health problems of the care recipient were fatigue and weight loss; care recipients needed help with climbing stairs, walking, and bathing; caregivers helped with the household chores, transportation, and companionship; caregivers were concerned about coping with loss and responsibilities; caregivers had help from family, case manager, and neighbor; caregivers wanted help such as a companion and counseling. Discussion relates to the implications of the study for health care professionals.
Theis
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University of Illinois, Chicago College of Nursing, USA.
Cohen
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Forrest
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J
Zelewsky
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D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000328:Adult; D017028:Caregivers / Q000523:psychology* / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D017281:Cost of Illness; D003858:Dependency, Psychological; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000523:psychology*; D019538:Health Care Surveys; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D015146:Midwestern United States; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012494:Sampling Studies; D012944:Social Support; D016526:Workload / Q000523:psychology / Q000706:statistics & numerical data