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Type: | Journal article |
Title: | Quality of life and cholinesterase inhibitors: A qualitative study of patients with Alzheimer's Disease and their carers |
Author: | Smith, B. Chur-Hansen, A. Neale, A. Symon, J. |
Citation: | Australasian Psychiatry, 2008; 16(6):433-437 |
Publisher: | Informa Healthcare-Taylor & Francis |
Issue Date: | 2008 |
ISSN: | 1039-8562 1440-1665 |
Statement of Responsibility: | Bethany Smith, Anna Chur-Hansen, Alice Neale and Jonathon Symon |
Abstract: | <h4>Objectives</h4>Cholinesterase inhibitors' (ChEIs) impact on cognitive functioning in Alzheimer's disease has been extensively researched. The effect of ChEIs on improving day-to-day living and quality of life in conjunction with level of functioning for patients or their carers has not been investigated.<h4>Method</h4>Five spouse dyads (patient and carer) and one additional carer were interviewed about their perceptions of ChEIs in relation to their influence on daily life for both parties. Interviews were transcribed and thematic analysis conducted.<h4>Results</h4>Themes identified were forgetfulness, differences in long-term versus short-term memory, independence/dependence, negative emotion, no appreciable benefit, sense of hopelessness, carer as motivator, stabilization of the patient, and never regain what has been lost.<h4>Conclusions</h4>This study suggests that ChEI medication does not enhance life for the patient or their primary caregiver. Further qualitative and quantitative research is required into the impact of ChEIs upon both the patient and their caregivers. |
Keywords: | Humans Alzheimer Disease Cholinesterase Inhibitors Treatment Outcome Activities of Daily Living Product Surveillance, Postmarketing Emotions Motivation Mental Recall Interview, Psychological Cost of Illness Quality of Life Aged Aged, 80 and over Caregivers Patient Satisfaction South Australia Female Male |
Description: | Copyright © 2008 The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists |
DOI: | 10.1080/10398560802375990 |
Published version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10398560802375990 |
Appears in Collections: | Aurora harvest Psychiatry publications |
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