Korean Informal Caregivers' Experience for Family With Dementia: Difficulties and Strategies
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Sohyun Kim, MSN, RN, College of Nursing, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA
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Abstract
The study explored nine Korean informal caregiver's experiences for people living with dementia. The qualitative description was used to analyze in-depth interviews. Participants identified six caregiving difficulties and six strategies they used. The results indicates focus areas for interventions to help informal caregivers manage their distress and caregiving skills.
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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
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2019-10-30T20:46:29Z
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| Type | Presentation |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Caregivers; Dementia; Qualitative Research |
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| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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