Development of community potential for stroke risk prevention in elderly with hypertension

Abstract

This research aimed to study health problems and health care behaviors of the elderly with hypertension, and to develop a community potential guideline for preventing stroke risk in elderly with hypertension. A convergent parallel design was applied. The research setting was Dong Suwan Sub-district, Dok Kham Tai District, Phayao Province. The study was implemented between February 2020 and September 2020. The participants/key informants consisted of 30 elderly with hypertension, 30 primary caregivers, 10 caregivers, 2 professional nurses, 3 sub-district administrative officers, and 5 senior school committees, total number was 80 participants. Sample was selected by purposive sampling. Interview guidelines and open-ended questionnaires were used for individual and focus group interview. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and content analysis. The results showed that 60% of the elderly with high blood pressure had health problems. Guidelines for developing community capacity was 4 E Model consisted of 1) Empower community leaders 2) Encourage the sub-district administrative organization to involve 3) Engage families and health professional to develop bonding as a care network 4) Enhance involvement in development of the guidelines for prevention of stroke risk with an emphasis on a participation in their own roles of each sector.