Author(s):
Deepa M, Kanimozhi A, Thenaruvi R, Gayathri N, Pooja R. Bhatt
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DOI:
10.52711/2349-2996.2025.00040 
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Deepa M, Kanimozhi A, Thenaruvi R, Gayathri N, Pooja R. Bhatt
Department of Medical Surgical Nursing, VHS-M.A. Chidambaram College and School of Nursing, Taramani, Pallipattu, Chennai - 600113, Tamil Nadu, India.
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Volume - 15,
Issue - 4,
Year - 2025
ABSTRACT:
Background: Stroke continues to be a significant health issue worldwide, resulting in high levels of disability and mortality. Increasing awareness among populations at risk is essential for lowering death rates. Aim: This research aimed to assess the effectiveness of a structured educational program on adults’ understanding and perceptions regarding the risk factors, prevention, and management of stroke in a designated community in Taramani, Chennai. Methods: A quantitative, pre-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test design was utilized with 100 adults selected through convenience sampling. Data collection involved a semi-structured demographic questionnaire, a structured knowledge questionnaire, and a Likert scale to measure attitudes. Results: The mean scores in the post-test for knowledge (M = 17.4, SD = 1.984) and attitude (M = 52.91, SD = 13.070) were significantly greater than the pre-test scores (knowledge: M = 7.37, SD = 2.576; attitude: M = 32.42, SD = 5.436). The differences were statistically significant at the 1% level. A weak, non-significant negative relationship was found between post-test knowledge and attitude. Conclusion: The results suggest that the strategic video-assisted teaching approach greatly improved participants’ understanding and attitudes toward stroke risk factors, prevention, and management, indicating its effectiveness in promoting community health.
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Deepa M, Kanimozhi A, Thenaruvi R, Gayathri N, Pooja R. Bhatt. An Investigation to Assess the Impact of a Systematic Educational Approach on Adults’ Awareness and Perspectives regarding Stroke Prevention, Risk Factors and Management Strategies. Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2025;15(4):193-7. doi: 10.52711/2349-2996.2025.00040
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Deepa M, Kanimozhi A, Thenaruvi R, Gayathri N, Pooja R. Bhatt. An Investigation to Assess the Impact of a Systematic Educational Approach on Adults’ Awareness and Perspectives regarding Stroke Prevention, Risk Factors and Management Strategies. Asian Journal of Nursing Education and Research. 2025;15(4):193-7. doi: 10.52711/2349-2996.2025.00040 Available on: https://ajner.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2025-15-4-1
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