Abstract
Abstract
Aim
To explore the views and experiences of formal caregivers caring for older inpatients with physical disabilities.
Methods
It was a qualitative phenomenological study. Using purposive sampling, twelve formal caregivers were chosen in a tertiary comprehensive hospital in Hangzhou, China. Semi-structured, face-to-face interviews were conducted, guided by open-ended questions that focused on gaining rich insights into participants’ views and experiences. Coding reliability thematic analysis was used to guide data analysis and categorize, based on Lazarus and Folkman’s theory of transactional coping.
Results
Four themes emerged from the data analysis: (1) Caregiving Threats. (2) motivations. (3) Responsibility Management. (4) Fear.
Conclusion
Despite facing significant pressure at work, formal caregivers of elderly inpatients with physical disabilities possess the drive and various coping strategies to excel in their role. Identifying caregivers’ experiences of care can be helpful in improving resilience to stress and maintaining stability in formal caregivers.
Funder
the Medical and Health Research Project of Zhejiang Province
Research Projects for the Construction of the Nursing Discipline at ZJU First Hospital
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
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