%0 Journal Article %T A Theoretical Model of Spousal Caregiving Postintensive Care %A Margie E. Burns %J Nursing Science Quarterly %@ 1552-7409 %D 2019 %R 10.1177/0894318419826230 %X Assuming the role of caregiver for a life partner after critical illness can be both a rewarding and challenging experience for spouses. Using a grounded theory approach, £¿g£¿rd, Egerod, T£¿nnesen, and Lomborg developed a theoretical model describing the experience from spouse to caregiver and back. To further develop this theoretical model, a literature review was completed and nursing interventions were identified and included in the model. Testing of this theoretical model is recommended to determine its empirical adequacy %K critical care rehabilitation %K family %K intensive care %K nursing theory %U https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0894318419826230