Residents' experiences of encounters with staff and communication in nursing homes during the Covid-19 pandemic: a qualitative interview study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Covid-19 pandemic and associated visiting restrictions have challenged communication with others for older people residing in nursing homes.

Aim

The aim of this study was to explore residents' experiences of encounters and communication with staff and relatives and friends during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Design

An exploratory study with an inductive approach.

Methods

Semi-structured telephone interviews with 16 Swedish nursing home residents were conducted. Data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis; the study reports according to the COREQ checklist.

Results

Three main categories emerged: (1) Mixed feelings and experiences of encounters with nursing staff, (2) Adapting to hampered communication and finding strategies to overcome

SUBMITTER: Eriksson E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9744594 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature