AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: To translate and validate a Greek version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale. BACKGROUND: The major barrier in the management of hypertension is the lack of adherence to medications and lifestyle adjustments. Patients' knowledge of the nature of hypertension and cardiovascular risk factors is a significant factor affecting individuals' adherence. However, few instruments have been developed to assess patients' knowledge level and no one has been translated into Greek. DESIGN: This study used a case control study design. METHODS: Data collection for this research occurred between February 7, 2013 and March 10, 2013. The sample included both hypertensives and non-hypertensives. Participants simultaneously completed the version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale. A total of 68 individuals completed the questionnaire. RESULTS: Coefficient alpha was 0·66 for hypertensives and 0·79 for non-hypertensives. The difference for the mean scores in the entire scale between the two samples was statistically significant. In addition, significant differences were observed in many sub-dimensions and no correlation was found between level, knowledge and age, gender and education level. CONCLUSIONS: Findings provide support for the validity of the Greek version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: The translation and validation of an instrument evaluating the level of knowledge of hypertension contribute to assessing the provided educational intervention. Low knowledge level should lead to the development of new methods of education, therefore nurses will have the opportunity to amplify their role in patients' education and develop relationships based on honesty and respect.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: To translate and validate a Greek version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale. BACKGROUND: The major barrier in the management of hypertension is the lack of adherence to medications and lifestyle adjustments. Patients' knowledge of the nature of hypertension and cardiovascular risk factors is a significant factor affecting individuals' adherence. However, few instruments have been developed to assess patients' knowledge level and no one has been translated into Greek. DESIGN: This study used a case control study design. METHODS: Data collection for this research occurred between February 7, 2013 and March 10, 2013. The sample included both hypertensives and non-hypertensives. Participants simultaneously completed the version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale. A total of 68 individuals completed the questionnaire. RESULTS: Coefficient alpha was 0·66 for hypertensives and 0·79 for non-hypertensives. The difference for the mean scores in the entire scale between the two samples was statistically significant. In addition, significant differences were observed in many sub-dimensions and no correlation was found between level, knowledge and age, gender and education level. CONCLUSIONS: Findings provide support for the validity of the Greek version of the Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE: The translation and validation of an instrument evaluating the level of knowledge of hypertension contribute to assessing the provided educational intervention. Low knowledge level should lead to the development of new methods of education, therefore nurses will have the opportunity to amplify their role in patients' education and develop relationships based on honesty and respect.
Authors: Juliana Perez Arthur; Maria de Fátima Mantovani; Maria Isabel Raimondo Ferraz; Ângela Taís Mattei; Luciana Puchalski Kalinke; Roselene de Campos Corpolato Journal: Rev Lat Am Enfermagem Date: 2018-11-14
Authors: Rafaella Zulianello Dos Santos; Christiani Decker Batista Bonin; Eliara Ten Caten Martins; Moacir Pereira Junior; Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi; Kassia Rosangela Paz de Macedo; Magnus Benetti Journal: Arq Bras Cardiol Date: 2018-02-01 Impact factor: 2.000