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An Educational Intervention on Medication Adverse Effects in Patients With Resistant Hypertension (HTAR-CSI)
Sponsor: Consorci Sanitari Integral
Summary
This randomized, single-blind controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of a nurse-led educational intervention focused on the adverse effects of antihypertensive drugs-specifically sexual dysfunction and urinary incontinence-in patients with resistant hypertension. The intervention aims to improve treatment adherence and blood pressure control. The primary outcome is a reduction of ≥10 mmHg in systolic blood pressure, measured by ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) before and after the intervention during routine and study-specific visits. The study targets adult patients on three or more antihypertensive medications who experience or are at risk of drug-related side effects. This educational approach is expected to enhance patient understanding, reduce treatment discontinuation, and improve clinical outcomes.
Official title: Implementation of a Nurse-Led Educational Intervention on Adverse Effects of Antihypertensive Drugs in Patients With Resistant Hypertension: Focus on Sexual Dysfunction, Urinary Incontinence, and Qualitative Insights.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 75 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
46
Start Date
2021-04-15
Completion Date
2025-12-31
Last Updated
2026-05-15
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Educational Intervention for Adverse Drug Effects
Patients will receive from 6 to 9 educational sessions, each lasting approximately 30-45 minutes. The sessions will occur over a period of 6 months, with follow-up as necessary during study visits.The intervention will include: * One-on-one sessions with trained nurse. * Education about common side effects of antihypertensives. * Techniques to reduce the impact of side effects. * Discussions around maintaining adherence to therapy. * Strategies for addressing issues related to sexual health and urinary continence.
routine care
Patients will receive standard care as prescribed by their nurse. This group will continue their usual treatment regimen for resistant hypertension, which may include medication adjustments and general counselling by nurse as part of their routine visits.
Locations (1)
Complex Hospitalari Universitari Moisès Broggi, Consorci Sanitari Integral
Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain