Sobrecarga del cuidador con pacientes paliativos en la fundación al servicio del enfermo de cáncer Lola Farfán de Palacios “Fasec” Cuenca-Ecuador

Abstract

In recent years, there have been intense debates about the decisive factors impacting the well-being of palliative caregivers since their role involves emotional, physical, economic, and social strain, with notable repercussions on the caregiver’s quality of life, the family, and their immediate environment. Therefore, this research aimed to determine the factors influencing palliative patient caregivers. The methodology used was quantitative, descriptive in scope, and cross-sectional. Data were collected through surveys, and subsequently, the information was processed using the PSPP statistical software. It was observed that the stress presented by the caregiver is related to caregiving; it is also linked to the dependency level, economic sufficiency, and the affective bond shared with the patient. In conclusion, it is fundamental to understand the incident factors to promote the caregiver's health and emotional balance. It was identified that social support from formal and informal networks or programs is necessary for enhancing the caregiver's quality of life.