Persons’ experiences of having hypertension – an interview study

Rosén, HelenaLund University,Lunds universitet,Hälsofrämjande komplexa interventioner,Forskargrupper vid Lunds universitet,Health-promoting Complex Interventions,Lund University Research Groups (author)

Backgroundamong the 1–1.5 billion persons with hypertension globally only, 20–30% have controlled blood pressure (BP). The most important problem identified is non-adherence to treatment, i.e., failure to change lifestyle and to take prescribed medication. Knowledge about the reasons for this is limited.ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to explore people's experiences of having hypertension.DesignInductive design based on qualitative interviews.SettingsThe south of Sweden.ParticipantsTwelve adults diagnosed with hypertension and treated in primary care were interviewed.MethodsThe transcribed interviews were analysed using content analysis, which rendered three categories.ResultsThe individuals adapted to their diagnosis in different ways. Collaboration with the staff gave security, but the persons still perceived anxiety and uncertainty.ConclusionsTo meet the needs of people with hypertension, strategies such as person-centred counselling and care, using digital interventions, following national guidelines and starting nurse-led clinics, may be of help. These strategies can give a foundation for increased self-efficacy, which is crucial for persons to be able to change lifestyle and adhere to prescribed medication in order to achieve BP control.

Persson, Eva ILund University,Lunds universitet,Hälsofrämjande komplexa interventioner,Forskargrupper vid Lunds universitet,Health-promoting Complex Interventions,Lund University Research Groups(Swepub:lu)med-evp (author)
Gagnemo Persson, RebeccaLund University,Lunds universitet,Hälsofrämjande komplexa interventioner,Forskargrupper vid Lunds universitet,Health-promoting Complex Interventions,Lund University Research Groups(Swepub:lu)med-rcg (author)
Drevenhorn, EvaLund University,Lunds universitet,Hälsofrämjande komplexa interventioner,Forskargrupper vid Lunds universitet,Health-promoting Complex Interventions,Lund University Research Groups(Swepub:lu)omv-edr (author)
Hälsofrämjande komplexa interventionerForskargrupper vid Lunds universitet (creator_code:org_t)

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