The role of community health workers in the management of hypertension in Nigeria.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hypertension is the number one risk factor for cardiovascular death worldwide and its prevalence has been on the increase in LMICs including Nigeria. There is an increasing awareness and recognition of the contributions of the community health workers (CHWs) in the healthcare system. This study assessed their current role in the management of hypertension and patient satisfaction with the care received.

Methods

A mixed method study (cross-sectional study of 381 CHWs and key informant interview of 14 patients with hypertension selected using multi-stage and purposive sampling respectively) was conducted across five states in different geopolitical zones of Nigeria to assess the role of CHWs in hypertension management and the patients' level of satisfaction with ser

SUBMITTER: Oseni TIA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11265034 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature