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This version was published on July 1, 2008
Journal of Transcultural Nursing, Vol. 19, No. 3, 223-233 (2008)
DOI: 10.1177/1043659608317096

Voices of Mexican American Caregivers for Family Members With Cancer

On Becoming Stronger

Jo Nell Wells, PhD, RN, OCN

Texas Christian University, J.Wells{at}tcu.edu

Carolyn Spence Cagle, PhD, RNC

Texas Christian University

Patricia Bradley, DNS, RN

Texas Christian University

Donelle M. Barnes, PhD, RN

Texas Christian University

This grounded theory study report describes the experience of 34 Mexican American (MA) female caregivers who provided care to a family member with cancer. Caregivers identified a process of "Becoming Stronger" as a result of their caregiver role. The emerging theoretical model of female MA cancer caregiving offers evidence to change current cancer care approaches from patient-focused to family-focused care for this ethnic group. Findings suggest that changes most responsive to cultural values and likely to provide accessible and quality cancer care for MA families are those that involve active partnering with MA caregivers to prioritize the patient's cancer care.

Key Words: Mexican American • caregivers • cancer • culture • strength


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