Unmet supportive care needs and characteristics of family caregivers of patients with oral cancer after surgery.

摘要: Objective The aim of this study was to identify factors associated with unmet supportive care needs in family caregivers patients oral cancer after surgery. Methods In a cross-sectional study, we recruited patient–family caregiver dyads from the otolaryngology head and neck surgery wards medical center northern Taiwan. Patients were assessed using set structured questionnaires measure symptom distress, sleep quality, depression. Social support measured. Results Of 102 surveyed, for information domain healthcare professional/healthcare services highest. more severe symptoms who received less social greater overall needs. Conclusions Family report need member has had surgery. Caregiving training programs should be developed on basis meeting reported needs. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.