Effectiveness of a community‐based health promotion program targeting people with hypertension and high cholesterol

Meng‐Ping Wu, Shu‐Fang Vivienne Wu, Tsu‐Chi Wang, Mu‐Jung Kao and Wen‐Li Yang

Nursing & Health Sciences, 2012, vol. 14, issue 2, 173-181

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a community‐based health promotion program targeting people with hypertension and high cholesterol. A pre‐experimental study was conducted. A total of 60 residents were recruited to participate. Participants were assessed at baseline and at a 6 month follow up at a regional hospital in northern Taiwan. The questionnaires used for data collection consisted of an assessment of self‐efficacy, self‐care activities, health outcomes, and physical fitness. Several teaching resources were used, including a DVD, a self‐care booklet, group support (exercise and counseling sessions), and telephone follow up. A significant decrease in waist circumference (t = 2.20, P = 0.03) and high density lipoprotein‐cholesterol level (t = 4.71, P

Date: 2012
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