Antihypertensive use insights and experiences among hypertensive patients at Korle-Bu teaching hospital

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Oti-Boadi EzekielORCID,Osei Evans AppiahORCID,Asare Benedicta,Ampong Sarah,Asiedu Priscilla OfosuhemaaORCID,Hakami Fateimah A.,Akurugu Paul

Abstract

Background Across the globe, a vast number of people, amounting to 1.28 billion adults aged 30–79 years, suffer from hypertension. Two-thirds of them reside in low- and middle-income countries, and a significant 46% of these adults with hypertension are unaware of their condition. Hence the study aims to determine the Antihypertensive use insights and experiences among hypertensive patients at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Methods A qualitative exploratory design was employed to recruit thirty 30 hypertensive patients from both male and female medical wards as well as the hypertensive clinic at the OPD of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. The patients were selected using a purposive sampling technique, following which they were involved in face-face in-depth interviews which were audiotaped. Recorded data was then transcribed and analyzed with content analysis. Findings The analysis of the data resulted in three (3) main themes and 10 sub-themes. The study uncovered a general lack of knowledge about antihypertensive medications. This limited understanding resulted in a negative attitude among most patients toward the use of prescribed antihypertensive drugs. When it came to their experiences with antihypertensive medications, patients shared a wide range of experiences. Conclusion It was concluded that there is a need to improve the knowledge and attitude of patients as these play pivotal roles in determining adherence levels. Thus, interventions such as the organization of educational programs and awareness creation is recommended to improve adherence level and in turn, decrease the prevalence of hypertensive complications associated with poor management.

Publisher

Public Library of Science (PLoS)

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