Effectiveness of Lifestyle Modification to Control the Blood Pressure among Hypertensive Patient of Morang District

Background: Hypertension is a strong, independent and etiologically relevant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and therefore, the leading cause of preventable death worldwide. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of multifaceted lifestyle modification intervention on blood pressure among hypertensive patients. Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted among 67 participants in the medical OPD through convenience sampling method. The studied multifaceted intervention includes motivational interviews and 60 minutes 3 training session on dietary patterns and exercise and 4 phone call follow-ups. BP was measured before and after intervention and compared between them. Results: The differences between the mean changes in before and after intervention are systolic (-7.65 ± 4.45), and diastolic (5.74± 4.45) Conclusion: The studied multifaceted lifestyle intervention promoted and reduced systolic and diastolic BP. Thus, the use of this method as a supplementary treatment is recommended during visit to medical OPD