Mr. and Mrs. C always functioned as a team, together, even in Mrs. C’s cancer battle. Assessment Assessments were done for the patient and the caregiver partner as well as their perceptions about each other.
Edmonton Symptom Assessment Scale (ESAS-FS; twelve symptoms, scores 0-10, 10 worst possible)- Global, Psychosocial and Physical Global Health measure (PROMIS10) Findings A cancer patient has significantly high physical stress. No difference in the level of psychological distress within the couple. Patient-perceived higher stress for the partner than self and vice-versa. Source: Support Cancer Care The Answer Will Be Posted Soon!
