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Index de Enfermería
versão On-line ISSN 1699-5988versão impressa ISSN 1132-1296
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MORENO RODRIGUEZ, Ana María. Two different looks facing delirium in the hospital: family caregiver and immigrant. Index Enferm [online]. 2013, vol.22, n.3, pp.127-131. ISSN 1699-5988. https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S1132-12962013000200003.
The Acute confusional state or delirium is a serious problem in hospitalized patients over 65 years. It alters the relationship and communication with their caregivers. To know the experiences of family caregivers and immigrants to the delirium of the patient, the differences between them and their demands to the nurse. Methodology: Qualitative investigation phenomenological path, as proposed by Taylor-Bogdan. Depth interviews were conducted in eight caregivers, Spanish and immigrants. Results: We interpreted the stress of caregivers increases with the aggressiveness of the sick in delirium and decreased physical endurance. Require information on delirium. Cares more immigrants apply physical restraint altered the patient. Discussion: To get the involvement of informal caregivers caring for patients with delirium and minimize its effects, it is important to reduce your stress and report on the process.
Palavras-chave : Delirium; Family Caregivers; Caregivers immigrants; Hospital.