ASUHAN KEPERAWATAN KELUARGA DENGAN PENERAPAN BRISK WALKING EXERCISE PADA PASIEN HIPERTENSI DI UPT PUSKESMAS PULO BRAYAN

Abstract

Hypertension is a non-communicable disease known as a "slent killer" because itoften shows no symptoms until serious complications occur.Brisk Walking Exercise isa fast-paced walking activity performed at a higher speed than casual walking,aimedat improving cardiovascular fitness, lung capacity, and overall health. This study useda descriptive design with a family nursing care case studyapproach, including familynursing assessment, diagnosis, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. Theinclusion criteria were willingness to participate, age 35-45 years, having a familymember diagnosed with hypertension, male or female, and no prior participation inBrisk Walking Exercise. The study was conducted in the working area ofPulo BrayanHealth Center over three sessons. The research instruments used were a familynursing assessment format and a sphygmomanometer. The results showed a decreasein blood pressure after Brisk Walking Exercise in both cases.In case 1,blood pressuredecreased from 160/100 mmHg to 139/80 mmHg, and in case 2,from 160/90 mmHgto140/80 mmHg. The conclusion and recommendation are that regular Brisk WalkingExercise is effective in helping reduce blood pressure and improve comfort duringhome nursing care. Families are encouraged to continue providing support andmotivation to hypertensive members to maintain routine Brisk Walking Exercise.