Roles and Problems of Stroke Caregivers: A Qualitative Study in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

ABSTRACT: Background: Caregivers play a central role in post-stroke patients' care. However, the role of and problems managed by caregivers have not been widely studied, particularly in Indonesia. This study aims to explore the roles and problems of caregivers in post- stroke patients' care. Method: This was a qualitative study. Seven caregivers of post-stroke patients from the homecare clinic of Dr Sardjito General Hospital were purposely selected during January 2017 to June 2018. Focus group discussions were conducted to explore the roles and problems of caregiving. Results: Themes related to caregivers' roles were: connecting patients with medical personnel and other family members, maintaining patients' health conditions by fulfilling basic needs and assisting rehabilitation

SUBMITTER: Muhrodji P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8822138 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature