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The Effect of a Kolcaba's Comfort Theory-Based Educational Intervention on the Quality of Life of Patients With Epilepsy
Sponsor: Ataturk University
Summary
This study is a two-arm controlled interventional study designed to evaluate the effect of a Kolcaba's Comfort Theory-based educational intervention on the quality of life of patients with epilepsy. Eligible participants will be assigned to either an intervention group or a control group. Participants in the intervention group will receive a structured educational program developed according to the principles of Kolcaba's Comfort Theory in addition to routine care, whereas participants in the control group will receive routine care only. Quality of life assessments will be conducted at baseline and after the intervention period using validated measurement instruments. The primary objective is to determine whether the theory-based educational intervention improves the quality of life of patients with epilepsy compared with routine care.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2026-09-30
Completion Date
2026-12
Last Updated
2026-09-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Kolcaba Comfort Theory-Based Educational Program
This intervention consists of a structured educational program based on Kolcaba's Comfort Theory. The program is designed to improve comfort and quality of life in patients with epilepsy. It includes planned educational sessions addressing physical, psychospiritual, sociocultural, and environmental comfort needs. The education is delivered by the researcher in addition to routine clinical care.
Locations (1)
Ağrı Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi
Ağrı, Ağrı, Turkey (Türkiye)