Quality of Life Among Hypertensive Elderly Adultsin Barangay Booy, Tagbilaran City

Abstract

Quality of Life (QoL) is how individuals perceive their overall well-being and satisfaction with life. It includes various aspects, including physical health, psychological well-being, social relationships, and environmental factors. A descriptive-correlational research design was used to investigate the impact of hypertension on the quality of life among elderly adults in Barangay Booy, Tagbilaran City, and to examine the association between participants' demographic characteristics and their quality of life. Data was collected through surveys and analyzed using statistical techniques, including the Chi-square and Spearman's rank correlation test. The findings indicated a significant relationship between the age of respondents and their physical health, implying that physical health varies with age in elderly adults who have hypertension. However, no significant relationship was found between physical health and other demographic variables—such as sex, educational attainment, and civil status—suggesting that these factors do not influence physical health in this group. Similarly, no significant relationships were found between any demographic variables (age, sex, educational attainment, and civil status) and the other quality-of-life domains, namely psychological well-being, social relationships, and environmental factors. These findings suggest that demographic characteristics, aside from age, may not strongly impact the overall well-being of elderly individuals with hypertension. Overall, the respondents demonstrated a generally low quality of life across all four domains. The findings imply the need for educational programs on hypertension management and for promoting a healthy lifestyle, such as regular exercise, strong social support, and a safe, supportive environment, to enhance their overall quality of life.