Understanding the Challenges of Hypertension Treatment among Elderly: A Qualitative Study from Indonesia
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https://doi.org/10.56294/saludcyt20262570Keywords:
Hypertension, Elderly, Medication, Challenges, Qualitative researchAbstract
Introduction: hypertension is highly prevalent among older adults, whose cognitive and physiological decline often complicates consistent adherence to treatment. In Indonesia, these challenges are further shaped by sociocultural norms, limited access to healthcare, and varying levels of family and community support. This study aimed to gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges and contextual factors influencing hypertension treatment among elderly in Indonesia.
Method: a qualitative design with a phenomenological approach was used in this study, involving in-depth interviews conducted in Tanjung Pinang, Indonesia, in January to February 2025. Fourteen participants were selected through purposive sampling. Data analysis followed the stages of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing.
Results: this study identified five categories related to the theme of the challenges in hypertension treatment among the elderly in Tanjung Pinang, Indonesia, including: time management, limited health knowledge and awareness, physical limitation, perceptions toward treatment, and inadequate medication availability.
Conclusion: medication adherence among elderly with hypertension in Tanjung Pinang, Indonesia, remains a challenge, influenced by physical and psychological limitations, perceptions of being healthy, preference for herbal remedies, and difficulties in accessing health services.
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