The Effectiveness of a Community Nurse-Led Support Program for Dementia Caregivers in Chinese Communities: The Chongqing Ageing and Dementia Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As the primary caregivers for people with dementia in China, family caregivers face a significant care burden that can negatively impact their mental and physical health. It is vital to investigate ways to support these caregivers.

Objective

To assess the effectiveness of a program led by community nurses to support caregivers of individuals with dementia.

Methods

A total of 30 caregivers received nurse-led support in addition to usual care, while 28 caregivers received only usual care. The primary outcome was caregivers' sense of competency in providing dementia care, which was measured using the Short Sense of Competence Questionnaire (SSCQ). Secondary outcomes included caregivers' ability to perform daily activities, behavioral and psychological symptoms

SUBMITTER: Ma Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10657713 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature