Table 3 Test-retest reliability of the CSNAT items among caregivers (n = 125)

Support domains to enable the carer to care

..understanding your relative’s illness?

0.26

0.03, 0.49

< 0.01

..managing your relative’s symptoms, including giving medicines?

0.13

− 0.04, 0.30

0.181

..providing personal care for your relative (eg dressing, washing, toileting)?

0.39

0.18,0.60

< 0.001

..knowing who to contact if you are concerned about your relative (for a range of needs including at night)?

0.21

0.03, 0.40

< 0.05

..equipment to help care for your relative?

0.41

0.20,0.61

< 0.001

..talking with your relative about his or her illness?

0.36

0.14,058

< 0.01

..knowing what to expect in the future when caring for your relative?

0.24

0.01,0.46

< 0.05

More direct support domains for carers themselves

..having time for yourself in the day?

0.15

−0.06,0.37

0.140

..your financial, legal or work issues?

0.40

0.19,060

< 0.001

..dealing with your feelings and worries?

0.48

0.27,0.70

< 0.001

..looking after your own health (physical problems)?

0.23

0.03,0.42

< 0.05

..your beliefs or spiritual concerns?

0.46

0.20,0.72

< 0.001

..practical help in the home?

0.30

0.12,049

< 0.01

..getting a break from caring overnight?

0.29

0.12,0.47

< 0.01