Family cohesion and adaptability in heart failure: an APIMeM analysis of symptom perception and spousal caregiving on patient self-care - Scorecard - MDSpire

Family cohesion and adaptability in heart failure: an APIMeM analysis of symptom perception and spousal caregiving on patient self-care

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  • Yan Yang

  • Jianhua Shi

  • Xiaoying Gu

  • June 19, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: The Impact of Family Cohesion and Flexibility on Self-Care in Heart Failure Patients: An Actor-Partner Interdependence Mediation Analysis of Symptom Awareness and Spousal Support

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionChronic Heart Failure (CHF)
Key MechanismsFamily cohesion and adaptability influence self-care ability through symptom perception and caregiving contributions.
Target PopulationPatients with chronic heart failure and their spouses.
Care SettingCardiology department in a hospital setting.

Key Highlights

  • Family function scores for CHF patients and spouses were assessed using validated scales.
  • Direct and indirect effects of family functioning on self-care ability were analyzed.
  • Spousal support significantly impacts patients' self-care through caregiving contributions.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Patients must meet diagnostic criteria of Chinese Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Heart Failure.

Management

  • Clinical interventions should consider the patient-spouse dyad as a whole.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Monitor symptom perception and caregiving contributions to enhance self-care.

Risks

  • Patients with cognitive impairments or severe comorbidities were excluded from the study.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Hospitalized patients with CHF, NYHA class II–III.

Improving family adaptability and providing targeted support for spouses can enhance patient self-care ability.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize family cohesion and adaptability assessments in CHF management.
  • Incorporate spousal involvement in patient care plans.

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