Siqin Li
Sichuan University of Nusing
Title: A qualitative study of the needs of primary home caregivers of stroke survivors
Biography
Biography: Siqin Li
Abstract
Objective:To explore the real life and needs of the primary home caregivers of stroke survivors.
Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 13 primary home caregivers of stroke survivors through purposeful sampling. Data were analyzed by Colaizzi phenomenological procedure.
Results: Key needs identified by caregivers of stroke survivors in this study centered on four main themes: (1) adequacy of information; (2) accessing appropriate skills training; (3) family and social support;(4) taking care of oneself.