Table 3.
Comparison of NIHSS scores between the two groups (x̅ ± sd, points)
| Group | Before nursing | After nursing | t | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Control group (n=39) | 11.58±2.49 | 4.48±1.03 | 16.455 | <0.001 |
| Study group (n=39) | 10.74±2.02 | 3.07±0.76 | 22.194 | <0.001 |
| t | 1.636 | 6.879 | ||
| P | 0.106 | <0.001 |
Note: NIHSS: National Institute of Health Stroke scale.