Qualitative research on experience and feelings of mothers of children with hydrocephalus / 中国实用护理杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To describe the lived experience of mothers of children with hydrocephalus. Methods A semi-structured interview was conducted with 14 mothers of children with hydrocephalus. Data were analyzed based on Colaizzi phenomenotogical research method. Results Through the analysis, sorting and refining the theme, the mother's care experience could be divided into three themes: psychological emotional, stress response, social support requirements. Conclusions Nursing staff should have a thorough understanding of the experience to provide medical care and emotional support, improve the ability of the parents care,which could help caregiver adapt to their roles, maintain and promote the health of children patients and their families .