2011 (English) In: BMC Nursing, ISSN 1472-6955, E-ISSN 1472-6955, Vol. 10, no 21, p. 2-8 Article in journal (Refereed) Published Abstract [en] Background: Family members of persons with pre-dialysis chronic kidney disease may experience feelings of vulnerability and insecurity as the disease follows its course.Against this background, the aim of the present study was to explore empowerment in ....