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A stroke is a life changing event for stroke victims and their caregivers. Family members must care for stroke victims at home after they receive emergency care in the hospital. The prognosis of a stroke patient depends on many factors. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the factors influencing the functional capacity of stroke survivors as perceived by relevant stake holders. Methods: Research design was an exploratory qualitative study using a grounded theory approach.The sample was chosen by purposive sampling. The study participants were drawn from relevant stakeholders namely the stroke survivors, primary caregivers, health care professionals, community health team members, and the general population. Theoretical sampling was followed in the selection of subjects.Data collection was done through in-depth interviews and Focus group Discussions.To ensure the quality of collected data, 1–2 in-depth interviews were conducted per day, depending on the availability of participants. Transcription of data, data coding and analysis were done simultaneously with data collection. Thematic analysis was performed using the hybrid coding approach. Direct codeswere used to highlight the themes identified. Results: Qualitative analysis shows that the following factors were influencing the functional capacity of stroke survivors;1. socio-personal factors 2. Household level factors3. Disease-related factors 4.Emotional Factors 5. Societal Factors and 6. Rehabilitation. Conclusion:The findings give the motivation to prepare community intervention programs to minimize caregivers’ burden and facilitate good health and wellbeing of both stroke survivors and their caregivers.

Mercy RPR. Exploration of factors Influencing functional Capacity of Stroke survivors [Internet]. Benziger International Journal of Nursing Education, Extension & Research. 2025 [cited 2025 Jan 25]. Available from: https://bijneer.bbcon.ac.in/current_issue/view/11