Full course description
Description
This training focuses on the role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in addressing barriers to hypertension medication adherence. It covers challenges such as the complexity of treatment regimens and medication costs, while highlighting the critical contributions CHWs make in patient education, appointment assistance, and supporting self-management practices.
Target Audience
This training video will be helpful to Community Health Workers, healthcare providers, public health officials, and organizations aiming to improve patient outcomes in hypertension management through effective community-based support strategies.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Identify therapy-related and economic barriers to hypertension medication adherence.
- Understand the roles of CHWs in supporting hypertension self-management.
- Recognize the importance of CHWs in patient education and adherence support.
- Explain strategies used by CHWs to address cost and regimen-related adherence challenges.