International Journal of Advance Nursing Practice

Background: Stroke remains one of the major causes of death and long-term disability across the world, while transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) act as important indicators of an increased risk of future stroke. Aim: The study aimed to assess the impact of a structured teaching program (STP) on improving knowledge about the prevention of recurrent strokes among TIA patients. Methodology: A quantitative research method with a pre-experimental design was utilized. The study took place at Government General Hospital, Chennai. Sixty participants, aged 35–60 years, who had been diagnosed with TIA, were included. A semi-structured questionnaire was administered to evaluate the participants' knowledge of stroke prevention before and after the educational intervention. Results: Before the STP, participants demonstrated limited knowledge, with an overall pre-test score of 39.92%. After the intervention, knowledge improved significantly by 39.52%.. The mean score rose from 9.98 ± 2.93 to 19.87 ± 2.34 (P ≤ 0.001). Conclusion: The results indicate that the STP effectively enhanced the participants' understanding of stroke prevention. This study emphasizes the value of educational interventions in improving awareness, encouraging lifestyle modifications, and reducing the risk of recurrent strokes among TIA patients.