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This study focused on family caregiving of older people in the African American population. Specifically, it used the constant comparative method to describe caregiving processes in these families. In-depth interviews with 17 caregivers revealed that caregiving activities were initially difficult and stressful but became somewhat easier for the caregivers over time. This report describes the major process that accounted for this difference (working-out systems) and describes the steps involved in working-out systems.
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Adaptação Psicológica , Idoso , Negro ou Afro-Americano/psicologia , Cuidadores/psicologia , Família/etnologia , Adulto , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Feminino , Necessidades e Demandas de Serviços de Saúde , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Pesquisa Metodológica em Enfermagem , Inquéritos e QuestionáriosRESUMO
The researcher conducted in-depth focused interviews with 17 African American caregivers for older, ill relatives regarding their reasons for caregiving. Reasons for caregiving were identified and categorized as familial (duty, maintaining extended family integrity, role modeling), relational (reciprocity, affection, respect), and personal (beliefs, values, attitudes). All of the participants noted the importance of religious beliefs and the value of caring for one's own as reasons for assuming the caregiving role. The findings suggest that understanding the reasons for caregiving may influence caregiving experiences and outcomes.
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Atitude Frente a Saúde/etnologia , Negro ou Afro-Americano/psicologia , Cuidadores/psicologia , Família/psicologia , Motivação , Adulto , Idoso , Idoso de 80 Anos ou mais , Feminino , Conhecimentos, Atitudes e Prática em Saúde , Humanos , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-Idade , Pesquisa Metodológica em Enfermagem , Inquéritos e Questionários , Estados UnidosRESUMO
Theories and treatment modalities may differ in the degree to which they are applicable to different groups. This paper examines the applicability of Bowen's family therapy concepts to a culturally different family system, the Igbo of Southeastern Nigeria. The analyses point to the importance of understanding client value orientations in planning appropriate care.
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Características Culturais , Terapia Familiar/métodos , Família/psicologia , Família/etnologia , Humanos , Modelos Psicológicos , NigériaAssuntos
Comparação Transcultural , Educação em Enfermagem , Ensino/métodos , Currículo , Ocupações em Saúde , HumanosRESUMO
The current nursing shortage has been with us in lesser forms for years, yet only now is attention being paid to possible solutions. To elucidate those solutions, the authors interviewed twenty-five New York City staff nurses, who eagerly gave their views on short- and long-term answers to the shortage, such as the use of temporary nurses and the need for autonomy and respect.
