Date of Award

10-1-2024

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Nursing (MScN)

First Advisor

Dr. Nagma Rizvi

Second Advisor

Ms Laila Cassum

Third Advisor

Dr Danish

Department

School of Nursing and Midwifery, Pakistan

Abstract

Background: It is crucial to comprehend the comprehensive effects of BMT by considering the perspectives of caregivers, who frequently bear heavy physical, emotional, and psychological burdens. Caregivers are outstanding individuals who care for their loved ones undergoing bone marrow transplants. They play a crucial role in the treatment of BMT patients. A great deal of research has been done on the psychological and physiological challenges that BMT patients endure, very less has been written about the experiences of caregivers who offer support and aid to patients throughout this taxing procedure. This study will explore the feelings and experiences of these caregivers, highlighting how they assist their loved ones during a bone marrow transplantIt
Objective: The purpose of the study was to explore the experience of caregivers of adult bone marrow transplant patients in tertiary care hospital, Karachi ,Pakistan. The study explored the factors that influenced caregiver experiences, and mechanisms involved in coping with the stress and emotional toll of care giving.
Method: An exploratory descriptive qualitative method was used. Nine caregivers of adult bone marrow transplant patients were identified through purposive sampling. The caregivers’ experiences were gathered through semi-structured in-depth interviews.
Findings: Data analysis identified three main themes: Conquering Transplant Challenges, Resilience in providing care and Caregivers recommendation. Conquering Transplant Challenges highlight the experiences and challenges faced by the caregivers. The second theme ,Resilience in providing care, reflects that despite these hurdles, caregivers display remarkable resilience and dedication towards their caregiving role. The third theme, caregiver recommendation underscores the importance of peer guidance and support group for caregivers before and during the care-giving period.
Conclusion: The study revealed that caregivers that caring for HSCT patients brings unique challenges for caregivers, who may struggle to balance their care giving responsibilities with their personal lives due to the complex nature of the treatment and the time it requires. The caregivers mentioned that besides getting help from the healthcare team, they also received informal support from friends and families. The caregivers, emphasized on receiving psychological and social support form of peer support and support groups.

First Page

194

Last Page

54

Download

Share

COinS