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Self-care in stroke rehabilitation: a qualitative study
Victor Nhime Nungulo1,2, Mauer Gonçalves3, Maria Adriana Henriques2,4
1Universidade José Eduardo dos Santos. Huambo, Angola.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|July 22, 2026
Summary
This study explored how caregivers and health professionals view interventions for stroke survivors
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Stroke survivors require ongoing support for self-care management.
- Caregiver and health professional perspectives are crucial for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze perceptions of interventions promoting self-care in stroke survivors.
- To identify key factors influencing self-care post-stroke.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study using an interpretivist paradigm.
- Nine interviews with family caregivers and three focus groups with health professionals.
- Content analysis of transcribed data collected in Angola.
Main Results:
- Emphasis on individualized rehabilitation programs for continuity of care.
- Need for training stroke survivors and families in self-care management.
- Importance of preparing family caregivers for their role.
Conclusions:
- Findings clarify perceptions on promoting self-care among stroke survivors.
- Recommendations provided for clinical practice and future research in stroke rehabilitation.
