Effects of dependent care theory-based post-surgical home care intervention on self-care, symptoms, and caregiver burden in patients with primary brain tumor and their caregivers: a randomized controlled trial

ConclusionDependent care theory-based post-surgical home care intervention increased patients ’ self-care and reduced symptoms and their effects. It also reduced the caregiver burden. Dependent care theory can guide the nursing practices of nurses who provide institutional and/or home care services to patients with chronic diseases and their caregivers.Trial RegistrationNCT05328739 on April 14, 2022 (retrospectively registered).
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research