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Characteristics of Family Members
| Characteristics | Family Member (n = 40) | Patient (n = 39) |
|---|---|---|
| Age, y | 52 ± 12 | 58 ± 16 |
| Female | 28 (70) | 16 (41) |
| Working full-time | 18 (46) | 5 (13) |
| Four-year college degree | 12 (31) | |
| Race/ethnicity | ||
| White | 27 (69) | |
| Black | 7 (18) | |
| Asian | 3 (8) | |
| Hispanic/Latino(a) | 1 (3) | |
| Black and American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 (3) | |
| Relationship to patient | ||
| Child | 13 (33) | |
| Spouse | 9 (23) | |
| Parent | 6 (15) | |
| Sibling | 6 (15) | |
| Other | 6 (15) |
Values are mean ± SD or No. (%).
