Nursing Sciences Journal
Vol 10 No 1 (2026): April 2026

HEALTH WORKER SUPPORT TO IMPROVE SELF-MANAGEMENT OF HYPERTENSION PATIENTS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Tata Mahyuvi (Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya Indonesia)
Siti Mar'atul Munawaroh (Faculty of Medicine Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Apr 2026

Abstract

Background: Poor self-management, characterized by medication non-adherence and unhealthy lifestyles, significantly contributes to uncontrolled hypertension. Low self-efficacy in managing blood pressure remains a critical challenge in community health. Objective: This study evaluated the correlation between Health Worker Support and self-management practices among hypertensive patients. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted in December 2023 with 112 respondents selected via purposive sampling. Inclusion criteria included patients aged 19–65, diagnosed with uncomplicated hypertension, possessing a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) of 15 (E4V5M6), and being literate. Data were collected using healthcare support and self-management questionnaires, then analyzed using the Spearman Rank correlation test (alpha < 0.05).Results: Statistical analysis revealed a significant positive correlation between healthcare provider support and patient self-management (p= 0.003).Conclusion: Professional Health worker support is pivotal in enhancing self-management among hypertensive individuals. To optimize patient quality of life and prevent complications, healthcare providers should intensify proactive monitoring and educational interventions to foster better self-care autonomy.  

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nsj

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Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Neuroscience Nursing Public Health

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Nursing Sciences Journal (NSJ), is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to publish research papers in nursing areas such as fundamental and basic nursing, adult or medical surgical nursing, neonatal and pediatric nursing, maternity nursing, mental health and psychiatric nursing, family and community ...