Carers' experiences, needs and preferences during inpatient stroke rehabilitation: A protocol for a systematic review of qualitative studies

Abstract

Background: Large numbers of people provide carer roles for survivors of stroke. Person-centred stroke rehabilitation must consider the perspectives of carers, as stroke affects not only the stroke survivor but also the quality of life and health of the carers. There is little collective knowledge about stroke carers' experiences, needs and preferences during the inpatient stroke rehabilitation process to then inform person-centred service improvements. Our objective is to report and synthesise experiences, needs and preferences of the carers of stroke survivors undergoing rehabilitation in inpatient settings. Methods/design: We will conduct a systematic review of qualitative studies using a..