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1Department of Nursing, Jeonju University, Jeonju, Republic of Korea.
Abstract:
Stroke is an important public health problem worldwide and in Korea causing death and serious long-term disability. This study tested the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of two stroke education programs. The pictogram-based education program was administered to 118 participants, and the PowerPoint-based education program was administered to 108 participants. Stroke knowledge (stroke definition, risk factors, warning signs) and first action knowledge in the event of stroke were assessed among all participants prior to and following completion of their respective programs. Both stroke education programs showed similar, significant improvements in stroke knowledge and first action knowledge from baseline to posttest. Also, feasibility (81-88 % participation and 96 % completion) and acceptability (86-97 % satisfaction) of both stroke education programs were supported. These findings indicate that healthcare professionals can use either of the education programs to improve stroke knowledge and first action knowledge among older adults who are at high risk for stroke.
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