Reducing Blood Pressure Using an Educational Intervention Related to Lifestyle Modification Among African American Adults.

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Hypertension is a chronic disease that represents a significant public health challenge both in the United States and across the world. While the incidence of hypertension cuts across all ethnic groups, the disease affects the African American population disproportionately and has become one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality within this racial group. The high mortality rate associated with the complications of uncontrolled hypertension is an ongoing problem and continues to be a concern despite efforts to tackle the issue. Effective management of uncontrolled hypertension can reduce morbidity and mortality. The aim of this clinical scholarly project was to establish a model that could reduce blood pressure among African American adults with uncontrolled hypertension. The intervention was designed to promote and encourage lifestyle modifications. For the project, a survey was designed to obtain pre- and post-treatment data from participants about their knowledge of hypertension, its complications, and its treatment options. A convenience sample of 20 African American adults with uncontrolled hypotension was taken. The results of the project indicated that educational lifestyle intervention was effective in significantly decreasing participants’ systolic (p < .001) and diastolic (p = .022) blood pressure.