Development and Effects of a Coping Skill Training Program for Caregivers in Feeding Difficulty of Older Adults with Dementia in Long-Term Care Facilities

Hong, Hyun Hwa; Gu, Mee Ock

doi:10.4040/jkan.2018.48.2.167

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“…Cronbach’s alpha was 0.72 at the time of development and 0.73 in Hong’s study. 7 In our study, the Cronbach’s alpha was 0.817.…”

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confidence: 46%

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confidence: 92%

“…Inconsistent findings are reported throughout the literature 7 , 14 , 33 , 35 regarding whether participation in staff education is significantly related to RWD eating behavior or eating time. 7 , 14 , 33 , 35 Previous studies have shown significant effects of caregiver educational programs on CA knowledge, behavior, and attitudes. 7 , 33 , 35 In comparison with previous studies, 7 , 33 , 35 our study provided hands-on CA training; however, our APP may not have been effective due to the short intervention duration.…”

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confidence: 92%

“…Each CA’s attitude toward feeding was measured using the Formal Caregivers’ Attitude toward Feeding Dementia Patients Questionnaire, developed by Chang 33 and translated into Korean by Hong. 7 This instrument consists of 20 questions, each scored on a 5-point scale, with answers ranging from 5 (“very much”) to 1 (“not very much”). The higher the score, the more negative the caregiver’s attitude.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…We measured CA behavior regarding feeding using the Formal Caregivers’ Behavior toward Feeding Dementia Patients Observation Checklist developed by Chang 33 and translated into Korean and revised by Hong. 7 Hong’s tool includes 33 items: 4 on preparing meals for elderly adults with dementia, 3 on environmental preparation, 12 on meal promotion, and 14 on meal assistant skills. We used a modified checklist that included 27 items: 4 on preparing meals, 3 on environmental preparation, 10 on meal promotion, and 10 on meal assistant skills.…”

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Purpose The purpose of this study was to assess the feasibility and examine the preliminary effectiveness of a mobile application-based meal assistant training program (APP) for use by direct care workers (CAs) assisting residents with dementia in long-term care facilities in South Korea. Methods We adopted a mixed methods research design, which included a pre- and post-intervention study and focus group interviews for the feasibility assessment. Participants included 23 dyads of older adults with dementia and their CAs from a long-term care facility in South Korea. Upon completion of the APP intervention, focused group interviews were conducted with six CAs and five nurses. Results The results of paired t -tests showed that the effects of the APP intervention on the older adults with dementia and their CAs were not significant; however, the results of the focused group interviews support the potential usefulness of the APP for CAs. Conclusion The APP may be applicable to long-term care workers who need meal assistant skills education.

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“…Cronbach’s alpha was 0.72 at the time of development and 0.73 in Hong’s study. 7 In our study, the Cronbach’s alpha was 0.817.…”

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confidence: 46%

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confidence: 92%

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 92%

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confidence: 99%

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Informal dementia caregivers’ experiences and perceptions about mealtime care: A qualitative evidence synthesis

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Zhang

et al. 2020

Journal of Advanced Nursing

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Aims To systematically identify, evaluate and synthesize the available qualitative evidence on the mealtime care experiences of informal caregivers of people with dementia. Design A qualitative evidence synthesis using the Thomas and Harden method. Data Sources All qualitative and mixed‐method studies in English and Chinese were retrieved from PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane, CINAHL, CNKI, WanFang, and Vip from the inception of each database until November 2019. Review Methods Two researchers independently selected the studies using qualitative assessment and review instruments for quality evaluation and thematic synthesis for the data analysis. Results Ten studies were chosen for this review. The analytical themes identified included injecting a new element, moving forward in the challenge and external supports facilitating better coping. Conclusion Community nurses should effectively use resources to provide food‐related information and services to families with dementia. Future research should combine informal caregiver experiences and clinical skills to develop high‐quality interventions to improve the quality of mealtimes. Impact The findings established that informal caregivers experienced not only changes in their roles and concerns but also emotional changes. Informal caregivers develop different coping strategies to adapt to feeding issues without professional support. Although informal caregivers attach great importance to mealtimes and nutrition issues, they experience a lack of information and support services. Community nurses can provide more economical, practical, and accessible information resources based on informal caregivers’ perceptions of mealtime care. Future interventions need to be more aware of the importance of dyad or family‐centred support services.

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Factors Affecting Mealtime Difficulties in Older Adults with Dementia Living in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Multilevel Model Analysis

Jung

Gagné

Lee

et al. 2023

Journal of Nursing Management

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Aim(s). This study conducted a multilevel analysis of mealtime difficulties in older adults with dementia based on the social-ecological model. Background. Mealtime difficulty in this population should be examined from an extensive perspective, rather than approaching it as an individual problem. Method(s). This was a cross-sectional study involving 342 participant dyads from 57 long-term care facilities; 114 direct care workers; and 342 older adults with dementia. A multilevel regression analysis was conducted using the MPlus 8.0 program. Results. Among intrapersonal factors, age, cognitive function, activities of daily living, and number of beds in the facility were identified as affecting mealtime difficulty. Environmental factors included meal assistant education experience and whether an environment suitable for eating had been established. Conclusion(s). The results show that intrapersonal factors exert a large influence on the mealtime difficulties of older adults with dementia in long-term care facilities and support the need to improve environmental factors, which are modifiable. Implications for Nursing Management. This study provided useful information about the influence of leaders on mealtime difficulties in older adults with dementia. Leaders should establish an environment in the facility for reduced mealtime difficulties.

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Development and Effects of a Coping Skill Training Program for Caregivers in Feeding Difficulty of Older Adults with Dementia in Long-Term Care Facilities

Abstract: The study findings indicate that this coping skill training program for caregivers in feeding difficulty is an effective intervention for older adults with dementia in long-term care facilities.

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References 21 publications

<p>Feasibility of a Mobile Meal Assistance Program for Direct Care Workers in Long-Term Care Facilities in South Korea</p>

<p>Feasibility of a Mobile Meal Assistance Program for Direct Care Workers in Long-Term Care Facilities in South Korea</p>

Informal dementia caregivers’ experiences and perceptions about mealtime care: A qualitative evidence synthesis

Factors Affecting Mealtime Difficulties in Older Adults with Dementia Living in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Multilevel Model Analysis

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