Health Literacy Promotion Model for Stroke Prevention among Hypertensive Patients in the Community
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Background: Stroke is a leading cause of mortality, with hypertension as a primary risk factor. Promoting health literacy is essential for enabling patients to practice effective self-care and prevent disease.
Objectives: This study aimed to develop a health literacy promotion model to prevent stroke among patients with hypertension.
Methods: This action research study consisted of four stages: planning, action, evaluation, and reflection, based on the concept of community participation. Quantitative data were collected from 33 patients with hypertension, while qualitative data were obtained from community leaders, village health volunteers, and healthcare personnel. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and content analysis.
Results: The participants demonstrated high levels of health literacy (ðĨĖ =3.86) and health-related behaviors (ðĨĖ =3.65), especially in medication adherence (ðĨĖ =4.71). Qualitative findings indicated that the developed model was appropriate for the community context and effectively enhanced participantsâ understanding of self-care practices.
Conclusion: The health literacy promotion model integrated with community participation effectively improved health literacy and preventive health behaviors among patients with hypertension.
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