Description of the Accuracy of Home Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Practices Among Older Adults with Hypertension in Watugaluh Village, Diwek Subdistrict, Jombang Regency

arif wicaksono, Arief Andryanto, Heri Tri Wibowo — Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:51:52 +0000

Background: Hypertension is a major public health problem and a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease and premature mortality. Home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) is recommended to support diagnosis confirmation and treatment monitoring, but its usefulness depends on correct measurement technique. Objective: To describe the accuracy of HBPM practices among older adults with hypertension in Watugaluh Village, Diwek Subdistrict, Jombang Regency. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 40 older adults (≥60 years) with hypertension. Data were collected using a respondent characteristics form and an HBPM technique checklist based on guideline recommendations. Results: Most respondents demonstrated a moderate/adequate overall HBPM technique (26/40; 65.0%). The most frequent inaccuracies were not supporting the arm at heart level (35.0% correct), not performing at least two measurements (30.0% correct), and not avoiding caffeine/smoking/exercise within 30 minutes before measurement (32.5% correct). Conclusion: HBPM technique accuracy was generally moderate, but key components remained inconsistent. Community nursing education should prioritize standardized position, repeat readings, and consistent recording

Jombang Nursing and Midwifery Journal

Description of the Accuracy of Home Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Practices Among Older Adults with Hypertension in Watugaluh Village, Diwek Subdistrict, Jombang Regency