The Role of Family Caregivers in the Care of Older Adults with Cancer

To provide an overview on the role of family caregivers (FCGs) in the care of older adults with cancer and review quality of life needs for FCGs. Journal articles, research reports, state of the science papers, position papers, and clinical guidelines from professional organizations were used. The h...

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Published in:Seminars in oncology nursing 2021-12, Vol.37 (6), p.151232-151232, Article 151232
Main Authors: Sun, Virginia, Puts, Martine, Haase, Kristen, Pilleron, Sophie, Hannan, Michelle, Sattar, Schroder, Strohschein, Fay J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aged
Cancer
Cancer caregiving
Caregivers
Comorbidity
Family caregivers
Geriatric assessment
Geriatric oncology
Humans
Neoplasms - epidemiology
Neoplasms - therapy
Quality of Life
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Summary:To provide an overview on the role of family caregivers (FCGs) in the care of older adults with cancer and review quality of life needs for FCGs. Journal articles, research reports, state of the science papers, position papers, and clinical guidelines from professional organizations were used. The high prevalence of multiple comorbidities and the associated burden of geriatric events in older adults have a substantial impact on the quality of life of their FCGs. Practical and efficient models of comprehensive assessment, interventions, and caregiving preparedness support are needed to improve outcomes for both older adults with cancer and their FCGs. Oncology nurses practicing in clinical and research settings have a responsibility to prepare themselves with evidence-based knowledge and resources to include the needs of FCGs in the care provided to older adults with cancer.
ISSN:0749-2081
1878-3449
DOI:10.1016/j.soncn.2021.151232