CHSU Discovery

Abstract:
A 2020 study conducted in the United Kingdom of 76 general practices, including 622 patients, examined the efficacy of combining self-monitoring blood pressure with guided self-management. Digital intervention provided feedback of blood pressure [BP] results to patients and professionals, with optional lifestyle advice and motivational support. Data showed a greater decrease in systolic blood pressure changes when patients received a combination of self-monitoring with digital intervention opposed to patients that did not receive digital intervention. Based on the information and research we have gathered, we hypothesize that there are barriers hindering the patient population with diabetes from reporting their home BP measurements. Despite having access to BP monitors, patients are reluctant to report their daily BP readings due to potential occupational barriers, lack of understanding/education, or shame around their health. By working with a sample size of 100 patients with diabetes, we aim to identify these barriers through a survey with of nine questions. We will present the methods for this research project.