Development of a psychological management intervention protocol for Elderly Patients with Chronic Diseases based on the Empowerment Theory: A Delphi study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to establish a psychological intervention program for elderly patients with chronic diseases based on the theory of empowerment.

Methods

Through literature review, current situation surveys, and group discussions, we drafted the initial version of a psychological intervention program based on the empowerment theory. The final version of the program was developed through two rounds of Delphi expert consultations via letters.

Results

The response rates for two rounds both were 100% (n = 19), with an authority coefficient of 0.87. The coefficients of variation ranged from 0.05 to 0.24, and the Kendall's W coefficient was 0.123 (P < 0.001). Ultimately, an index system comprising 7 primary items, 25 secondary items, and 98 tertiary items was estab

SUBMITTER: Su W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12753070 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature