Factors associated with self-management in African Americans with hypertension

Abstract

African Americans have a higher prevalence of hypertension and poorer health outcomes. Effective management of hypertension requires pharmacology therapy, a low sodium diet, and increased physical activity. The aim of this study was to examine the influence of multifaceted factors on self-management behaviors related to hypertension in African Americans.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Authors

Linda P. Bolin

Author Details

Linda P. Bolin, PhD, Department of Baccalaureate Education, East Carolina University - College of Nursing, Greenville, North Carolina, USA

Sigma Membership

Beta Nu

Lead Author Affiliation

East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

African Americans, Hypertension, Self-management

Recommended Citation

Bolin, Linda P., "Factors associated with self-management in African Americans with hypertension" (2017). Convention. 45.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2017/posters_2017/45

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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