The 4th International Conference on Nursing

Author :

Emilio A. Antang Jr., RN, MAN

Affiliation :

Universidad de Sta. Isabel, Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines/ Bicol Medical Center, Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines

Abstract :

Introduction CVD is a major public health burden worldwide, hence, primary care prevention of CVD is important. Tuberculosis has been linked with CVD. Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) includes subjective evaluations of all aspects of health. Although CVD patients are known to have impaired HRQOL, only few studies have examined HRQOL of patients at risk of CVD. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship of CVD risk level and HRQOL of patients with PTB in Bicol Medical Center whereby determining its impact will be beneficial in the future delivery of health care services. Methods Utilized a descriptive - correlational method including 52 PTB III, IV and V respondents without any underlying cardiovascular co-morbidities. Standardized questionnaires were adopted: WHO/ISH Risk Prediction Chart for Western Pacific Sub-Region B and Optum 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36v2). Mean presents the CVD risk level and eight dimensions of HRQOL. Chi Square Test determined the relationship of CVD risk level and HRQOL. Data was analyzed using the IBM SPSS version 20. Results Respondents have low CVD risk except 70-79 years old. Presence of risk factors shows higher scores than those who don’t have. Respondents have average HRQOL in Vitality (VT), Bodily Pain (BP), General Health Perception (GHP), Social Role Functioning (SRF), and Mental Health (MH), however, below average HRQOL in Physical Functioning (PF), Physical Role Functioning (PRF), and Emotional Role Functioning (ERF). CVD risk level and HRQOL doesn’t have significant relationship on VT, BP, PRF, SRF, and MH but have significant relationship on PF, GHP, and ERF. Conclusions Majority of PTB patients have low CVD risk level. However, individual risk factors progressively contribute to risk level. A level of impairment was observed on certain dimensions on HRQOL. CVD risk level is associated to PF, GHP, and ERF; however not associated to PF, BP, VT, SRF, and MH. Affected dimensions pertain to physical dimensions of HRQOL. Baseline assessment may be established and monitored upon consultation to assess health status of PTB patients. Lifestyle modification program may maintain or improve cardiovascular health and HRQOL through printed materials distributed upon consultation.