Factors Affecting Quality of Life for Mothers Caring for Children with Medical Needs
Author Information
Author(s): Ahn Hyochol, Farahani Azam Shirinabadi, Nakamura Kanako, Hamada Yuko, Fujita Ayaka, Morokuma Seiichi
Primary Institution: Fukuoka Jo Gakuin Nursing University
Hypothesis
What factors influence the quality of life of mothers caring for children requiring home health care?
Conclusion
The presence or absence of positional changes significantly impacts the quality of life of mothers caring for children with medical needs.
Supporting Evidence
- Daycare or school attendance significantly improves maternal quality of life (p=.04).
- Longer home care duration is associated with higher quality of life scores (p=.02).
- Position changes have the most significant negative impact on mothers' quality of life (p=.003).
Takeaway
Moms taking care of sick kids at home feel better when their kids can go to school or daycare, and when they don't have to change their position often.
Methodology
A cross-sectional questionnaire study was conducted among mothers of children needing medical care at home.
Limitations
The small sample size limited the statistical power of the analysis.
Participant Demographics
Mothers aged 20 years and older with children aged 3-12 years requiring home medical care.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=.003
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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