Exploring Experiences of Bereaved Caregivers of Older Adult Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2022 Apr 1;26(2):135-139. doi: 10.1188/22.CJON.135-139.

Abstract

Caregivers of older adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) are requiring more support now that novel, nonintensive therapies, such as hypomethylating agents and venetoclax, are shifting the burden of care to the outpatient setting. Early findings from a larger study describe supportive care needs from the perspective of bereaved caregivers that align with existing research, informing the development of best practices for oncology nurses who support caregivers of older adults with AML.

Keywords: acute myeloid leukemia; bereavement; caregivers; end of life; palliative care.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Caregivers*
  • Humans
  • Leukemia, Myeloid, Acute* / therapy