The experiences and feelings of major caregivers of children with nocturnal enuresis:a qualitative research / 中国实用护理杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To understand the experiences and feelings of major caregivers of children with nocturnal enuresis. Methods A semi-structured interview was conducted with major caregivers of children with nocturnal enuresis. Data were analyzed based on Colaizzi phenomenological research method. Results The major caregivers′experiences and feelings were classified into 4 themes, including overload care tasks, worry about the children with nocturnal enuresis,uncertain feeling of the prognosis, lack of family and medical support system. Conclusions Understanding the experiences and feelings of major caregivers of children with nocturnal enuresis can help medical workers realize their attending demands, provide professional services and promote the recovery of children.