ArticlePatient preference and adherence2017
Self-care management strategies used by Black women who self-report consistent adherence to antihypertensive medication.
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- Self-management program and Black women with hypertension: Randomized controlled trial substudy.Research in nursing & health · 2023Trial
- A Community-Based Participatory Approach to Evaluating and Adapting an Innovative Family-Based Hypertension Self-Management Intervention for African American Primary Care Patients.Journal of racial and ethnic health disparities · 2026Article
- Self-Care Behaviors and Associated Factors Among Hypertensive Patients at Dessie Referral Hospital, Northeast Ethiopia.International journal of hypertension · 2025Article
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- Prevalence, Treatment, and Control of Hypertension Among US Women of Reproductive Age by Race/Hispanic Origin.American journal of hypertension · 2022Article
- Position Statement on Hypertension and Spirituality - 2021.Arquivos brasileiros de cardiologia · 2021Article
- Exploring Culture, Religiosity and Spirituality Influence on Antihypertensive Medication Adherence Among Specialised Population: A Qualitative Ethnographic Approach.Patient preference and adherence · 2021Article
- Factors affecting self-management of hypertensive patients attending family medicine clinics in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Journal of family medicine and primary care · 2019Article
- Effect of religion on hypertension in adult Buddhists and residents in China: A cross-sectional study.Scientific reports · 2018Article
- The Effect of Contextualized Racial and Gendered Stressors, Social Support, and Depression on Hypertension Illness Perceptions and Hypertension Medication Adherence in Young African American Women With Hypertension.The Journal of cardiovascular nursingObservational
- Co-created health education intervention among older African American women living with hypertension.Explore (New York, N.Y.)Article
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Abstract
backgroundBlack women in the USA have the highest prevalence rate of hypertension (HTN) contributing to a higher risk of organ damage and death. Research has focused primarily on poorly controlled HTN, negative belief systems, and nonadherence factors that hinder blood pressure control. No known research studies underscore predominantly Black women who report consistent adherence to their antihypertensive medication-taking. The purpose of this study was to describe self-care management strategies used by Black women who self-report consistent adherence to their antihypertensive medication and to determine the existence of further participation in lifestyle modifications, such as eating a healthy diet and increasing physical activity.
methodsUsing a qualitative descriptive design, four focus groups with a total of 20 Black women aged 25-71 years were audio-taped. Transcripts were analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Participants were included in the study if they scored perfect adherence on the medication subscale of the Hill-Bone Compliance to High Blood Pressure Therapy Scale.
resultsMedication adherence was predicated on three themes: HTN experience, involvement with treatment regimen, and a strong motivated mentality. Black women would benefit from treatment approaches that are sensitive to 1) diverse emotional responses, knowledge levels, and life experiences; 2) two-way communication and trusting, collaborative relationships with active involvement in the treatment regimen; 3) lifestyle modifications that focus on health benefits and individual preferences; and 4) spiritual/religious influences on adherence.
conclusionThe use of self-care management strategies to enhance antihypertensive medication adherence is key to adequate blood pressure control and the reduction of cardiovascular events. This study provides preliminary insight for future research to develop interventions to aid those Black women who struggle with medication adherence and are disproportionately impacted by HTN.
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