Abstract
Objective: To describe the knowledge, attitude, and practice of caregivers for stroke patients at Thai Nguyen Central Hospital in 2025.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from January to June 2025 among 195 caregivers of post-stroke patients. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering three domains: knowledge, attitude, and practice. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 22.0.
Results: Of the participants, 55.4% were female, with a mean age of 54.47 ± 14.91 years. 51.8% recognized at least two early warning signs of stroke, and 60% identified hypertension as a major risk factor. 93.8% perceived stroke as a serious disease, 91.3% regularly monitored blood pressure, and 86.1% encouraged rehabilitation exercises. Prior caregiving experience was significantly associated with better knowledge and attitude (p < 0.001).
Conclusion: Caregivers’ knowledge of stroke remains limited, though their attitudes and practices are generally positive. Health education and practical training are necessary to improve post-stroke caregiving capacity.