Development and Improvement of Home Rehabilitation Scheme for Preschool Children With Congenital Heart Disease After Operation

Children With Congenital Heart Disease After Surgery

Inclusion criteria

• Age 3 to 7 years
• Clinical diagnosis of congenital heart disease
• Underwent a single open-heart surgical correction under direct vision at the study site
• Ability to communicate in Chinese

Exclusion criteria

• Postoperative arrhythmia
• Comorbid neurological, respiratory, or other systemic diseases
• Deemed unsuitable for exercise by a physician
• Cardiac function classified as NYHA Class IV
• Intellectual, language, or motor impairments resulting from perioperative complications or other causes

Caregivers of Children With Congenital Heart Disease After Surgery

Inclusion criteria

• Primary caregiver who voluntarily provides care
• Caregiver who spends the most time with the child
• Ability to communicate in Chinese

Exclusion criteria

• Caregivers of children who voluntarily discontinued treatment before completion
• Paid or professional caregivers
• Diagnosed cognitive impairment or mental illness
• Inability to communicate effectively through spoken language
• Presence of serious conflict or instability in the caregiver-child relationship
• Inability to independently operate or use smart electronic devices and the internet

Medical Professionals Involved in Congenital Heart Disease Care

Inclusion criteria

• Licensed healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, dietitians, physical therapists, or psychological counselors
• At least 5 years of professional experience in congenital heart disease care, rehabilitation, or education

Exclusion criteria

• Not currently engaged in frontline clinical work
• Not engaged in clinical work within the past year due to leave, study, or reassignment