Health Information Needs of Grandmothers Caring for Their Grandchildren

손자녀를 돌보는 조모의 건강정보요구

Purpose: This study was done to describe the health information needs of grandmothers caring for their grandchildren. Methods: Participants in this study was 8 grandmothers caring for their grandchildren entering school. The data were collected through in-depth interviews using a semi-structured questionnaire. The interviews done from March 7 to 9 in 2005. The contents of the interview were analyzed using the inductive content analysis method. Results: 3 main categories emerged from 5 theme clusters and 17 themes. The categories were 'health of grandmother', 'health of grandchildren', and 'health of adult'. Conclusion: In conclusion, it was found that the grandmothers have the variable health management needs of family members. From this study it is proposed that there is a need to develop programs for information of health management of family members and health care to improve their quality of life. Ultimately, a good care environment for children will be good for the children's growth and development.