The Role of Training and Reminder Wristwatche in Hypertension

The present study revealed that multiple interventions such as home visits to elderly hypertensive patients, training program, telephone counseling, and the use of medication reminder wristwatch are effective in increasing treatment adherence and self-efficacy, and in controlling blood pressure. In this direction, health professionals working in primary care are recommended that they make regular home visits, encourage patients to take responsibility for health, and organize regular and interdisciplinary training and counseling programs in the management of hypertension.