Key result
An educational intervention increased HELM knowledge scores from a baseline mean of 8.7 to 9.2 at 12-month follow-up (P<.001), supporting its validity for assessing hypertension knowledge.
Why the study?
Does an educational intervention improve hypertension knowledge as measured by the HELM scale in veterans with hypertension?
Observational (n=404)
Does an educational intervention improve hypertension knowledge as measured by the HELM scale in veterans with hypertension?
Absolute Event Rate: 9.2% vs 8.7%
p-value: p=<.001
The HELM scale provides a valid measure of hypertension knowledge and self-management skills, demonstrating responsiveness to educational interventions.
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Supports HELM responsiveness in veterans; leaves open effects on BP control or broader adoption pending RCTs.
Schapira et al. (2012) conducted an observational in Hypertension (n=404). Educational intervention vs. Baseline was evaluated on HELM knowledge scores (p=<.001). An educational intervention increased HELM knowledge scores from a baseline mean of 8.7 to 9.2 at 12-month follow-up (P<.001), supporting its validity for assessing hypertension knowledge.
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