Gambaran Kepatuhan Minum Obat pada Penderita Hipertensi di Wilayah Sumber Mulyo Surabaya

Latar Belakang: Hipertensi merupakan kondisi ketika seseorang mengalami peningkatan tekanan darah di atas normal, yaitu tekanan sistolik lebih dari 140 mmHg dan tekanan diastolik lebih dari 90 mmHg. Penyakit ini dikenal sebagai silent killer karena sering tidak menimbulkan gejala, namun dapat menyebabkan berbagai komplikasi serius seperti stroke, gagal jantung, dan gangguan ginjal kronis. Salah satu faktor utama dalam pengendalian hipertensi adalah kepatuhan pasien dalam mengonsumsi obat antihipertensi secara teratur. Kepatuhan minum obat memiliki peran penting untuk menstabilkan tekanan darah, mencegah komplikasi, serta menurunkan angka morbiditas dan mortalitas akibat hipertensi. Tujuan: Menganalisis kepatuhan minum obat pada penderita hipertensi di Sumber Mulyo Surabaya Metode: Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif dengan pendekatan studi kasus pada dua responden penderita hipertensi. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui wawancara terstruktur dan observasi langsung terhadap perilaku kepatuhan minum obat menggunakan lembar observasi kepatuhan. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis secara deskriptif untuk mengetahui tingkat kepatuhan masing-masing responden. Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tingkat kepatuhan minum obat pada dua responden berada pada kategori sedang dan tinggi. Kesimpulan: Kepatuhan minum obat pada penderita hipertensi sangat dipengaruhi oleh faktor internal dan eksternal. Upaya peningkatan edukasi kesehatan, dukungan keluarga, serta motivasi pasien.

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Background: Hypertension is a condition in which an individual experiences an increase in blood pressure above the normal range, with systolic pressure greater than
140 mmHg and diastolic pressure greater than 90 mmHg. This disease is known as a silent killer because it often occurs without symptoms, yet can lead to serious complications such as stroke, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. One of the most important factors in controlling hypertension is patient adherence to taking antihypertensive medication regularly. Medication adherence plays a crucial role in stabilizing blood pressure, preventing complications, and reducing morbidity and mortality rates caused by hypertension. Objective: This study aims to analyze medication adherence among patients with hypertension in Sumber Mulyo, Surabaya. Method: This research used a descriptive design with a case study approach involving two respondents diagnosed with hypertension. Data were collected through structured interviews and direct observation using a medication adherence observation sheet. The data were analyzed descriptively to determine each respondent’s level of adherence. Results: The results showed that the medication adherence levels among the two respondents were categorized as moderate and high. Factors influencing adherence included knowledge about the disease, motivation, family support, and regularity in attending health check-ups. Conclusion: Medication adherence among hypertensive patients is influenced by both internal and external factors. Continuous health education, strong family support, and sustained motivation are essential to help patients maintain stable blood pressure and prevent further complications.