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The Relationship Between Care Preparedness and Care Competencies of Caregivers Caring for Individuals With Spinal Cord Injury.

Senem Duman1, Tulay Basak1, Emre Adigüzel2

  • 1Gulhane Faculty of Nursing, University of Health Sciences Turkey, Ankara, Turkey.

Rehabilitation Nursing : the Official Journal of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses
|January 12, 2026

View abstract on PubMed

Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Structured training significantly improves caregiver competence and readiness for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI). Rehabilitation nurses are key to enhancing skills and reducing caregiver burden.

Keywords:
Spinal cord injurycaregivingcompetencepreparedness

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Area of Science:

  • Rehabilitation Nursing
  • Spinal Cord Injury Care
  • Caregiver Preparedness and Competence

Background:

  • Spinal cord injury (SCI) presents significant challenges in morbidity and mortality.
  • First-time caregivers require adequate competence and readiness for effective SCI management.
  • Understanding caregiver needs is crucial for successful rehabilitation outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the caregiving competence and readiness of first-time caregivers for individuals with SCI.
  • To identify factors influencing caregiver competence and preparedness.
  • To inform the development of targeted caregiver support and training programs.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional and correlational study involving 122 first-time caregivers of individuals with paraplegia or tetraplegia.
  • Data collected using the Descriptive Characteristics Form, Caregiving Preparedness Scale, and Caregiving Competence Scale.
  • Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression methods.

    • Main Results:

    • A strong positive correlation (r=.836, p<.001) was observed between caregiving competence and preparedness.
    • Higher education levels and prior training from healthcare professionals were associated with increased competence and preparedness.
    • Transfers were identified as the most challenging aspect of caregiving for 45.1% of participants.

    Conclusions:

    • Targeted training programs during inpatient rehabilitation are vital for enhancing caregiver competence and readiness.
    • Structured, individualized education is essential for improving SCI caregiver outcomes.
    • Rehabilitation nurses play a critical role in skill development and burden reduction for caregivers.