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Essay / Implementation of CRP at Wxxxx Oncology Clinic
Implementation of CRP at WXXXX Oncology Clinic is an important step in addressing the unmet needs faced by family caregivers. Based on data obtained from patient satisfaction surveys and feedback from clinical staff, caregiver care is an important issue that needs to be addressed. The literature reviewed detailed various intervention recommendations and provided substantial evidence necessitating the importance of caring for the caregiver. The fact is that caregivers provide an extraordinary service to their loved ones as well as the healthcare organization when asked to fill the role of primary caregiver. . Caregivers need to be protected from physical and emotional distress through interventions that provide support and education. Interventions aimed at supporting the caregiver as a direct recipient of care improve the caregiver's confidence and competence, which translates into better patient care, thereby reducing the caregiver's stress level and improving their feeling of control (Given, Given and Sherwood, 2012; Belgacem, et al., 2013). ; & Boele, et al., 2013). The literature reviewed in this article highlighted the importance of caring for the caregiver. Although interventions and outcomes varied, multi-component interventions such as the CRP program discussed were found to yield the best results (Ducharme, 2014). Implementation of psychoeducational interventions among caregivers of newly diagnosed cancer patients had a positive effect on caregivers' quality of life (Chambers et al., 2014). Piloted CRP implementation in the oncology setting will allow the program to be tested and modified as needed to provide the best care to patients and their caregivers while honoring the values and preferences they have... ... middle of paper. .....h utilization of American Red Cross volunteers and coordination of unit super user training in each area of the hospital which may be managed by the Education and Training Department training of the organization's staff. The literature review detailed the importance and responsibilities of the informal caregiver in the care of the oncology patient. Considering all the data, the competence and needs of the informal caregiver should be carefully assessed and considered more thoroughly. Often, nursing and medical staff are unaware of the needs of the patient and their caregivers, and patients are unaware of the support services available. The introduction of the CRP is a valuable step in recognizing these issues while providing a plan to reduce the pressure and burden carers face while focusing on providing the best available care to the patient..