The Relationship between Family Support and Self-care in Stroke Patients

• Main Authors: Setyoadi Setyoadi (Author), Bintari Kusumaningrum (Author), Taramita Purbandari (Author), Dina Ismail (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Jordan University of Science and Technology, 2024-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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• Notes: 2957-3785
• Keywords: family support; stroke; self care; Nursing; RT1-120
• Source: Jordan Journal of Nursing Research, Vol 3, Iss 1 (2024)

Background: Stroke is caused by a disruption in blood flow to the brain. Some people die from a stroke, while others are left with disabilities that reduce their self care, requiring assistance from others to meet their daily needs. The family becomes a crucial source of support when a patient is at home. Objective: This study examines the correlation between family support and self-care in stroke patients. Methods: The study employed an analytic observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The samples included families and stroke patients. Samples were selected using non-probability purposive sampling, with a sample size of 75 for each group. The instruments used for data collection were the Family Support Questionnaire and the Barthel Index questionnaire. Data were analyzed using descriptive and Spearman&rsquo;s rank test. Results: The characteristics of stroke patients indicate an average age of 52 years, with an average time since suffering a stroke being 4.1 months. The gender distribution among patients is nearly equal. Family caregivers, with an average age of 43 years, also show a balanced gender distribution, and the majority (49.3%) are partners. Concerning the support received from family caregivers, patients commonly receive emotional and instrumental support. The analysis revealed a Spearman&rsquo;s correlation coefficient of p<0.05. Conclusion: This study illustrates the importance of family support in helping to improve self-care for patients with stroke undergoing outpatient care and receiving home care from family caregivers. Implications for Nursing: Discharge planning for stroke patients receiving outpatient care needs to highlight the significance of family competence in assisting with home care to enhance patient self care.