The meaning of neutropenia and homecare needs according to caregivers of children with cancer

Revista Latino-Americana de Enfermagem

Débora Duarte Gelesson²  Liliane Yumi Hiraishi¹  Letícia Alves Ribeiro¹  Sonia Regina Pereira¹  Maria Gaby Rivero De Gutiérrez¹  Edvane Birelo Lopes De Domenico¹ 

[1],Hospital e Maternidade Santa MarinaSao Paulo,Brazil

关键词: medical oncology;    neutropenia;    child care;    health education;    oncología médica;    neutropenia;    cuidado del niño;    educación en salud;    oncologia;    neutropenia;    cuidado da criança;    educação em saúde;   

DOI  :  10.1590/S0104-11692009000600002

来源: SciELO

【 摘 要 】

This study aimed to understand the meanings caregivers attributed to the process of caring for a neutropenic child at home and know their needs for orientation related to care for these children. This descriptive study was carried out at the Pediatric Oncology Institute through semi-structured interviews, involving eleven caregivers. Data were organized according to the content analysis technique and interpreted according to Social Representations theory. Results indicate changes in the physical environment, people and human relationships, evidencing crises and transition towards stability. The following care procedures raised doubts: hyperthermia, body, food and environmental hygiene, risks of interpersonal contact and special care. The conclusion is that caregivers need technical and emotional preparedness to cope with the reported difficulties, including aggravating situations.

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