Exploring the Association Between Cognitive Behavior and Quality of Life in Acute Stroke Patients in Pakistan
Keywords:
Cognitive assessment, Activities of daily living (ADLs), Post-Stroke recovery, Cognitive impairment, Functional outcomes, Cognitive deficitsAbstract
This study investigates the association between cognitive behavior and quality of life in acute stroke patients within Pakistan, emphasizing how cognitive impairments influence daily functioning and independence. Conducted through a cross-sectional survey with 259 patients aged 40 to 70 from various government and semi-government hospitals, the research utilized the Behavior Assessment Scale and Functional Independence Scale to evaluate the relationship. Analysis with IBM SPSS Statistics 27 revealed significant correlations between cognitive deficits and the ability to perform daily tasks independently. The findings highlight the critical need for early cognitive assessments post-stroke to identify deficits and implement targeted interventions, thereby enhancing functional outcomes and quality of life during recovery. This underscores the importance of incorporating cognitive evaluations into rehabilitation protocols for stroke patients in Pakistan to optimize recovery and promote independence in daily activities.
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