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IRCT20260215068868N1 IRCT 2026-02-16 Jeeroft University of Medical Sciences Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Problem-Solving Skills Educational Intervention on Caregiver Burden and Resilience among Family Caregivers of Elderly Hemodialysis Patients Referred to Healthcare Centers Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Problem-Solving Skills Educational Intervention on Caregiver Burden and Resilience among Family Caregivers of Elderly Hemodialysis Patients Referred to Healthcare Centers 2026-02-20 anticipated 68 Complete https://irct.ir/trial/89128 interventional Randomization: Randomized, Blinding: Not blinded, Placebo: Not used, Assignment: Other, Purpose: Supportive, Randomization description: Participants are allocated to either the intervention or control group through simple randomization using the last two digits of their national ID numbers. Specifically, if the last two digits of the national ID number are even, the individual is assigned to the intervention group, and if they are odd, they are assigned to the control group. N/A Caregiver Burden and Resilience among Family Caregivers of Elderly Hemodialysis Patients. Intervention 1: Intervention Group:In this group, 34 caregivers will be allocated through simple randomization (based on whether the last two digits of their national ID number are even or odd). Participants will attend five weekly problem-solving skills training sessions over five consecutive weeks (each session lasting approximately one hour). The sessions will be conducted by the nurse researcher and will include a combination of brief lectures with PowerPoint presentations, group discussions, and question-and-answer segments. At the end of the first session, an educational booklet will be provided to participants. Questionnaires will be completed at three time points: before the intervention, immediately after completion of the sessions, and one month after the end of the intervention. Intervention 2: Control group: Another 34 caregivers who are randomly assigned to the control group will receive no training or intervention during the study period and will only complete the questionnaires at the same three time points as the intervention group. To adhere to research ethics principles, after the completion of the study, the educational content will be delivered to this group in a two-hour session, and the educational booklet will also be provided to them. Yes - There is a plan to make this available What will be shared: Based on the findings of the study, educational content tailored to the needs of family caregivers of older adults undergoing hemodialysis will be developed. This content will be designed in the form of simple, easy-to-understand educational brochures using non-technical language and practical instructional images. In addition, a short educational video focusing on problem-solving skills training and strategies to enhance caregivers’ resilience will be produced. This video can be presented in dialysis centers, health education programs, and health-related social media platforms. In developing these materials, the scientific findings of the study and the real needs of caregivers will be utilized to ensure that the content is practical, effective, and understandable for the general public. When: After completion of the study To whom: Submission of the research findings to Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Presentation of the findings at meetings of Clinical Ethics Committees and Quality Improvement Committees in healthcare centers Publication of the article in reputable national or international scientific journals Sharing the findings with associations related to older adults, caregivers, and patients with kidney disease Conditions: Follow-up and evaluation of learning through questionnaires and home-based exercises Designing simple and practical tools (such as brochures and problem-solving checklists) for caregivers to use in the home setting Where to obtain: Submission of the research findings to Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Presentation of the findings at meetings of Clinical Ethics Committees and Quality Improvement Committees in healthcare centers Publication of the article in reputable national or international scientific journals Sharing the findings with associations related to older adults, caregivers, and patients with kidney disease How to obtain: Submission of the research findings to Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Presentation of the findings at meetings of Clinical Ethics Committees and Quality Improvement Committees in healthcare centers Publication of the article in reputable national or international scientific journals Sharing the findings with associations related to older adults, caregivers, and patients with kidney disease Comments:
public Shaghayegh Yadollahi
Unit 23, Block A, Pasargad Building, Molana 5 Street, Molana Boulevard, Sadra, Shiraz, Iran
Shiraz Iran (Islamic Republic of) 7199885943 009871336436892 shaghayeghyadollahi547@gmail.com Jeeroft University of Medical Sciences scientific Dr Motahare Faramarzpoor
Jiroft University of Medical Sciences, Shahed Square, Bargh Township, Jiroft
Jiroft Iran (Islamic Republic of) 7861756447 +98 34 4331 9085 mfaramarzpor61@gmail.com Jeeroft University of Medical Sciences Iran (Islamic Republic of) Iran (Islamic Republic of) Inclusion criteria for caregivers: having no diagnosed psychiatric disorders Willingness to participate in the study. Ability to read and write. Age between 18 and 65 years No participation in similar educational programs during the past six months Inclusion criteria for older adults: Age 65 years or older No severe cognitive impairment or dementia Having no more than two diagnosed chronic diseases. No history of kidney transplantation Having a primary family caregiver for home care 18 years 65 years Both Patient death Caregiver absence from two educational sessions Diagnosis of a new illness in the patient Caregiver’s unwillingness to continue participation during the study Occurrence of a family crisis (such as divorce, financial crisis, or death of a first-degree family member) during the study period N19 Unspecified kidney failure Other Other Intervention Group:In this group, 34 caregivers will be allocated through simple randomization (based on whether the last two digits of their national ID number are even or odd). Participants will attend five weekly problem-solving skills training sessions over five consecutive weeks (each session lasting approximately one hour). The sessions will be conducted by the nurse researcher and will include a combination of brief lectures with PowerPoint presentations, group discussions, and question-and-answer segments. At the end of the first session, an educational booklet will be provided to participants. Questionnaires will be completed at three time points: before the intervention, immediately after completion of the sessions, and one month after the end of the intervention. Control group: Another 34 caregivers who are randomly assigned to the control group will receive no training or intervention during the study period and will only complete the questionnaires at the same three time points as the intervention group. To adhere to research ethics principles, after the completion of the study, the educational content will be delivered to this group in a two-hour session, and the educational booklet will also be provided to them. Resilience. Timepoint: Data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics, independent t-test, paired t-test, and, if necessary, non-parametric tests. Method of measurement: The Connor- Davidson Resilience Scale, and the Zarit Burden Interview. Jeeroft University of Medical Sciences Approved 2025-09-23 Research Ethics Committee of Jiroft University of Medical Sciences Research and Technology Vice-Chancellery Building, Pasdaran Blvd, Jiroft, Iran Jiroft Kerman Iran (Islamic Republic of)