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Knowledge about heart attack and hypertension among individuals attending a cardiac camp in Pokhara city.
Artigo em Inglês | IMSEAR | ID: sea-46162
ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVES:

Previous studies in other countries had shown lacunae in patients' and general publics' understanding of cardiovascular diseases. Such studies are lacking in Nepal. Hence the present study was carried out to a) note the respondent's knowledge regarding myocardial infarction and hypertension and b) note the association, if any, of the knowledge with demographic and personal characteristics. MATERIALS AND

METHODS:

Respondents attending a cardiac camp organized in the Manipal Teaching hospital during September 2002 were interviewed by previously briefed seventh semester students using a structured questionnaire. Basic demographic information and knowledge about myocardial infarction and hypertension was collected. The median score was calculated. Differences in scores among different subgroups of respondents were noted using appropriate statistical tests (p<0.05).

RESULTS:

Sixty-six respondents were interviewed; 44 were male. The knowledge scores for heart attack and hypertension were 6 (maximum score 8) and 11 (maximum score 14) respectively. The scores were significantly lower among respondents with a monthly family income below 2000 rupees and was higher among respondents/family members suffering from cardiovascular disease.

CONCLUSION:

The respondents were aware of the basic facts regarding myocardial infarction and hypertension. However, lacunae in knowledge were noted. Further studies are required.
Texto completo: DisponíveL Índice: IMSEAR (Sudeste Asiático) Tipo de estudo: Pesquisa qualitativa Idioma: Inglês Ano de publicação: 2007 Tipo de documento: Artigo

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Texto completo: DisponíveL Índice: IMSEAR (Sudeste Asiático) Tipo de estudo: Pesquisa qualitativa Idioma: Inglês Ano de publicação: 2007 Tipo de documento: Artigo