Special Topics: Self-management of Stroke Patients
Self-management behavior of stroke patients: a qualitative research
Li Tong, Weimei Yang, Jun Zhang, Hongyan Liu, Xiaoping Zhu
Published 2018-02-26
Cite as Chin J Mod Nurs, 2018, 24(6): 629-633. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-2907.2018.06.003
Abstract
ObjectiveTo explore the self-management behavior of stroke patients, understanding the self-management process and their subjective experience by interview, so as to provide evidence and enlightenment for clinical nursing and the improvement of stroke patients' self-management.
MethodsThe data was based on in-depth interviews with 12 stroke patients through semi-structured interview. The content analysis method was used to analyze and summarize the data.
ResultsBased on the data analysis, 4 themes were extracted: medical behavior management, daily life management, mood management, family and social function management.
ConclusionsStroke patients can take appropriate self-management behavior on the basis of their experience and knowledge. However, the role of medical staff in the self-management of stroke patients should be further strengthened. It is suggested that the medical staff should provide information support for patients. Meanwhile the social support system should be encouraged to participate in the self-management of stroke patients so as to enhance stroke patients' self-management level.
Key words:
Stroke; Self-management; Qualitative research
Contributor Information
Li Tong
Comprehensive Medical Department, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
Weimei Yang
School of Health Science, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
Jun Zhang
School of Health Science, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
Hongyan Liu
Neurology Department, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
Xiaoping Zhu
Nursing Department, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430071, China
