Preparing for Cancer: A Qualitative Study of Hispanic Patient and Caregiver Needs.
Hispanic
cancer
caregivers
dyads
patients
preparedness needs
providers
psychosocial interventions
Journal
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
ISSN: 2227-9032
Titre abrégé: Healthcare (Basel)
Pays: Switzerland
ID NLM: 101666525
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
30 May 2024
30 May 2024
Historique:
received:
02
05
2024
revised:
26
05
2024
accepted:
28
05
2024
medline:
19
6
2024
pubmed:
19
6
2024
entrez:
19
6
2024
Statut:
epublish
Résumé
Cancer disproportionately affects Hispanic populations, yet the preparedness of Hispanic caregiver-patient dyads facing cancer remains understudied. This study aims to identify essential components of preparedness needs and inform future psychosocial interventions for this demographic. Secondary analyses were conducted utilizing focus groups to develop a communication intervention for Hispanic patients and caregivers. Transcripts were qualitatively analyzed using NVivo v12 (2020). Analysis revealed symptom management and treatment comprehension as pivotal aspects of preparation. Additionally, preparedness among our sample emerged by addressing the multifaceted dimensions of preparedness, including psychological, emotional, educational, familial, practical, financial, and spiritual aspects. Tailoring interventions encompassing diverse dimensions of preparedness can foster inclusivity and maximize their impact on supportive measures. This underscores the necessity for culturally sensitive approaches when delivering interventions supporting Hispanic individuals navigating the challenges of cancer.
Sections du résumé
BACKGROUND
BACKGROUND
Cancer disproportionately affects Hispanic populations, yet the preparedness of Hispanic caregiver-patient dyads facing cancer remains understudied. This study aims to identify essential components of preparedness needs and inform future psychosocial interventions for this demographic.
METHODS
METHODS
Secondary analyses were conducted utilizing focus groups to develop a communication intervention for Hispanic patients and caregivers. Transcripts were qualitatively analyzed using NVivo v12 (2020).
RESULTS
RESULTS
Analysis revealed symptom management and treatment comprehension as pivotal aspects of preparation. Additionally, preparedness among our sample emerged by addressing the multifaceted dimensions of preparedness, including psychological, emotional, educational, familial, practical, financial, and spiritual aspects.
CONCLUSIONS
CONCLUSIONS
Tailoring interventions encompassing diverse dimensions of preparedness can foster inclusivity and maximize their impact on supportive measures. This underscores the necessity for culturally sensitive approaches when delivering interventions supporting Hispanic individuals navigating the challenges of cancer.
Identifiants
pubmed: 38891192
pii: healthcare12111117
doi: 10.3390/healthcare12111117
pii:
doi:
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
Subventions
Organisme : NIMHD NIH HHS
ID : U54 MD007579
Pays : United States
Organisme : the National Institutes on Minority Health and Health Disparities
ID : U54 MD007579-S3