Date
7-22-2025
Department
School of Nursing
Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Chair
Dana Woody
Keywords
Hypertension Management, chronic disease management, correctional healthcare, hypertension in correctional facilities, Institutional Society of Hypertension, blood pressure management, jail medicine, jail healthcare, barriers to correctional medicine
Disciplines
Nursing | Public Health
Recommended Citation
Otey, Kimbreya E., "Enhancing Hypertension Management in Correctional Facilities: Educating Advanced Practice Providers on Effective Strategies" (2025). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. 7193.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/7193
Abstract
Hypertension is a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease and remains a significant public health concern, particularly within correctional facilities where access to consistent guideline-based care is often limited. Incarcerated individuals experience higher rates of chronic conditions, including hypertension, yet standardized approaches to management are frequently lacking. To address this gap, an evidence-based educational program was developed for nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) working in the correctional setting. Grounded in the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) guidelines, the program was developed to enhance awareness and knowledge among NPs and PAs regarding evidence-based hypertension management practices using the International Society of Hypertension (ISH) guidelines as the foundational framework. The program aimed to bridge gaps in clinical practice by providing up-to-date guidelines, improving the identification of risk factors, and promoting the implementation of effective treatment strategies. By equipping NPs and PAs with standardized, up-to-date clinical knowledge and tools, the program enhances provider confidence, promotes consistent care delivery, and supports better health outcomes for an underserved population.
