Behavioral perception impacts daily activities in non-hemorrhagic stroke patients: a cross-sectional study

Introduction: Non-hemorrhagic stroke has a high mortality rate. It is important to prevent its impact and complications. Motor and sensory disturbances are among the common effects, and can influence various aspects, such as a patient's daily physical activities and psychological state. Preventive measures play a crucial role in reducing these issues, particularly by helping patients change how they see their own behavior. Objective: This study aims to analyze behavioral factors and daily physical activities in non-hemorrhagic stroke patients. Methods: Quantitative research was conducted on 80 non-hemorrhagic stroke patients at K.R.M.T Wongsonegoro Hospital, Semarang, who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were collected using a behavioral perception questionnaire that contains six dimensions of behavioral perception. Daily activities were assessed using the Barthel index. The results were analyzed using SPSS version 26 and GraphPad version 9.5. Results: 40% of non-hemorrhagic stroke patients can perform daily activities independently, while 60% require assistance. The results of correlation and regression tests found a relationship between perceived severity (<i>p </i>= 0.003; <i>R</i>2 = 0.23) and self-efficacy (<i>p </i>= <0.0001; <i>R</i>2 = 0.84) with the ADL of stroke patients. The multivariate results also showed that both factors still had a relationship. Conclusion: There is a relationship between perceived severity and self-efficacy with daily physical activities in non-hemorrhagic stroke patients.