Benefits of Respite Services on the Psycho-Emotional State of Families of Children Admitted to Hospice Palliative Care Unit: Preliminary Study on Parents' Perceptions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In children's palliative care, the term "respite" refers to a temporary break offered to primary caregivers of a child with a life-limiting illness. The aim of this study was to assess the perceptions of parents who have benefited from respite care services in the Lumina Association, Bacău hospice unit and the benefits it can bring in improving their psycho-emotional state.

Methods

The study consisted of quantitative research involving 34 parents/caregivers who responded to a questionnaire with 26 questions, and qualitative research which involved the organization of a focus group with 12 parents who benefited from respite services.

Results

The use of respite services was associated with a significant reduction of psycho-emotional distress on the part of pr

SUBMITTER: Hizanu Dumitrache M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11011478 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature