Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to M Zelewsky.
Developing and teaching a nonnursing elective on AIDS is both challenging and rewarding. We encourage nursing faculty elsewhere to teach an AIDS course for university students on their campus.
This descriptive study assessed 34 caregivers of people with HIV/AIDS to learn their perceived needs, concerns, and use of services. Results indicated the most common health problems of the care recipient were fatigue and weight loss; care recipients needed help with climbing stairs, walking, and bathing; caregivers helped with the household chores, transportation, and companionship; caregivers were concerned about coping with loss and responsibilities; caregivers had help from family, case manager, and neighbor; caregivers wanted help such as a companion and counseling. Discussion relates to the implications of the study for health care professionals.