Z Psychosom Med Psyc
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Z Psychosom Med Psyc · Jan 2012
[Quality of life and satisfaction of family caregivers in palliative care - results of postmortem interviews with bereaved family members].
Family caregivers play an important role in palliative care. However, the number of studies focussing on the quality of life of these family caregivers is limited. The current study evaluates quality of life and satisfaction with medical care in bereaved family members. ⋯ Family caregivers need stronger support in order to prevent burnout and to improve outpatient care. In this context, gender differences must also be considered.