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caregiver
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care·giv·er (kârgvr)
n.
1. An individual, such as a physician, nurse, or social worker, who assists in the identification, prevention, or treatment of an illness or disability.
2. An individual, such as a parent, foster parent, or head of a household, who attends to the needs of a child or dependent adult.

caregiver,
one who contributes the benefits of medical, social, economic, or environmental resources to a dependent or partially dependent individual, such as a critically ill person.

caregiver,
n a person providing treatment or support to a sick, disabled, or dependent individual.

caregiver
Health care The person–eg, a family member or a designated HCW–who cares for a Pt with Alzheimer's disease, other form of dementia or chronic debilitating disease requiring provision of nonmedical protective and supportive care

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The authors state that this sequel was written at the request of caregivers who experienced problems that the first book did not address.
ARJO's Carino height-adjustable hygiene chair was developed in cooperation with caregivers and residents.
Studies have shown the impact of caregiving on the caregivers health.
 
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