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Concerns of Primary Caregivers of Children with Complex Chronic Conditions in Kerala: A Qualitative Analysis.

Sajida AbdullaHariprasad Pallipurath Gopalakrishna PillaiReshmi Ramachandran
Published in: Indian journal of palliative care (2024)
The challenges faced by caregivers of children with complex chronic conditions are multifaceted. Their most problematic issues related to medical issues are the occurrence of breakthrough seizures and development of infected bedsores. The most important material hardship reported was diaper needs. Caregiver issues such as sleep deprivation and maternal depression must be identified and addressed while providing comprehensive palliative care.
Keyphrases
  • palliative care
  • young adults
  • advanced cancer
  • sleep quality
  • healthcare
  • depressive symptoms
  • drug induced
  • birth weight
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • body mass index
  • weight loss
  • weight gain
  • temporal lobe epilepsy