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S Shrestha1, B Adhikari2, R S Poudel3
1Department of Pharmacy, Shree Medical and Technical College, Bharatpur, Chitwan, Nepal.
JNMA; Journal of the Nepal Medical Association
|December 29, 2016
Summary
Knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding hypertension in Nepal require improvement. This study assessed these factors in hypertensive patients on medication, revealing areas for enhanced patient education and management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Health Education
Background:
- Hypertension prevalence is increasing in Nepal.
- Understanding patient knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) is crucial for effective management.
- Focus on hypertensive patients undergoing antihypertensive medication in Central Nepal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the current knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of hypertension.
- To assess KAP among hypertensive patients on medication in Central Nepal.
- To identify factors influencing KAP in this population.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study conducted in Bharatpur, Chitwan, Nepal (July-September 2015).
- Clustered sampling technique used with 200 hypertensive patients.
- Validated 27-question KAP questionnaire administered; Mann-Whitney U test for analysis.
Main Results:
- Majority of participants were male (60%), had primary education (36%), and hypertension for ≥5 years (46.5%).
- Median KAP scores were: Knowledge (K) 8 (6), Attitude (A) 5 (1), Practice (P) 6 (3).
- Knowledge and Attitude showed significant association with sex and education level.
Conclusions:
- Current knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding hypertension among patients on medication can be improved.
- Targeted interventions are needed to enhance hypertension management.
- Further research can explore specific educational strategies.
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