Benefits and Usefulness | Difficulties and Challenges | Suggestions for improvement |
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The instrument proved helpful in enabling caregivers to identify the specific aspects of self-care support where they may be inadequate in providing for the patients, with a particular focus on self-care monitoring. | Some items in the questionnaire were difficult to understand, such as item 2, which asked about “moderate physical activity.” Participants wished for clearer definitions or examples for such terms. | Provide clearer definitions or examples for terms and concepts in the questionnaire to enhance understanding. |
Filling out this instrument has given me time to think about my contribution to patients and relieved me of anxiety and guilt. | The questionnaire was perceived as lengthy, and some caregivers lacked the patience to answer all the questions at once. | When distributing the questionnaire, try to avoid the busy time of the caregiver, and distribute the questionnaire when the caregiver is free and energetic. |
This instrument is for caregivers and it made me see my worth to stroke survivors. | Participants found it challenging to judge the frequency of certain behaviors, as it felt too subjective and uncertain if they were filling it out correctly. | Improve the objectivity of frequency assessment to make it easier for caregivers to respond accurately. |