Going it alone: the experiences of spouses of critically ill patients.

J. E. Hupcey; J. Penrod

doi:10.1097/00003465-200019030-00014

Going it alone: the experiences of spouses of critically ill patients.

J. E. Hupcey, J. Penrod

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Abstract

Spouses of critically ill patients are faced with major changes in responsibilities while their spouse is in the intensive care unit. Using grounded theory methods, this qualitative study investigated the changes in responsibilities and the impact these additional responsibilities (such as financial decision making and child care) had on patients' spouses. Patients' spouses need help to meet their needs and alleviate some stress so they can "be there" for their critically ill partner.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	44-49
Number of pages	6
Journal	Dimensions of critical care nursing : DCCN
Volume	19
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/00003465-200019030-00014
State	Published - Jan 1 2000

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Emergency
Critical Care

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