The impact of training on satisfaction and anxiety levels in stroke patients receiving warfarin treatment

IF 1.1 Q3 NURSING

Journal of Vascular Nursing Pub Date : 2025-03-01 DOI:10.1016/j.jvn.2025.01.004

Fadime Aynal Msc RN , Selda Arslan PhD

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Abstract

Purpose

Due to the narrow therapeutic range of warfarin, patients require close monitoring. This study aimed to examine the effects of training provided to stroke patients receiving warfarin treatment on their perception of satisfaction and state of anxiety.

Methods

This quasi-experimental study used a pretest-posttest design with similar groups and a control group.

Results

Comparison of the posttest scores on the Duke Anticoagulation Satisfaction Scale revealed that the experimental group had significantly lower mean scores on the positive subscale and the total scale compared to the control group. When the Time in Therapeutic Range (TTR) status was evaluated, it was observed that 69.9 % of the patients in the intervention group and 21.7 % of the patients in the control group achieved a TTR ratio of 60 % or above.

Conclusions

Training provided to stroke patients receiving warfarin therapy improved their TTR ratio and increased their satisfaction levels but did not affect their anxiety levels. Based on these findings, it is recommended to prepare standardized training materials to enhance patient outcomes.

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Journal of Vascular Nursing NURSING-

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期刊介绍： Journal of Vascular Nursing provides clinical information regarding aortic and peripheral aneurysms, upper and lower extremity arterial disease, acute and chronic venous disease, and more. Original, peer-reviewed articles present descriptions, etiologies, diagnostic procedures, medical and surgical treatment and nursing implications of vascular system disorders.