Key result
Despite adequate general knowledge, 77% of hypertensive patients remain unaware of their diagnostic systolic BP.
Why the study?
Recognizing systolic blood pressure level is a major public health challenge in hypertension prevention and treatment, as most patients with hypertension do not control their systolic blood pressure.
Population
Patients with hypertension
Design
Quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional study
Authors
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Low specific BP awareness and adherence despite general knowledge may limit control; leaves open whether targeted education improves hypertension outcomes.
Cross-Sectional (n=200)
Yes
Despite having general knowledge about hypertension, a significant proportion of patients lack awareness of their specific blood pressure levels and exhibit low medication compliance, emphasizing the need for improved patient education and access to medications.
Verulava et al. (2021) conducted a cross-sectional in Hypertension (n=200). Survey on knowledge, awareness, and medication compliance was evaluated on Patient knowledge, awareness, and medication compliance. Although 66% of hypertensive patients had sufficient general knowledge about hypertension, 77% were unaware of their systolic blood pressure at diagnosis and 43% sometimes forgot to take their medication.
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