The start of caring for an elderly dependent family member: a qualitative metasynthesis
Abstract Background The family often takes care of an elderly person who suddenly becomes dependent. This greatly affects different aspects of the caregivers’ lives. The aim of this study is to explore the initial experiences, during the first year of care, of persons who suddenly become caregivers...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-09-01
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| Series: | BMC Geriatrics |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12877-018-0922-0 |