Knowledge, attitudes and practices on hypertension among patients in a district hospital
While attitudes towards hypertension are generally positive, knowledge and practices remain suboptimal. Targeted educational interventions, tailored to diverse socio-demographic factors, are essential to enhancing adherence.Contribution: This study identified gaps in hypertension management in Tshwane, aiding in the development of more effective, patient-centred educational programmes.
Authors
- Olga M. Maphasha (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3558-9332)
- Elwad Ahmed
- Sunday Okeke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8637-5262)
Institutions
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (ZA)
- Primary Health Care (QA)
- University of Pretoria (ZA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- South African Family Practice
- Published
- 2025-05-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4102/safp.v67i1.6094
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.39