Evaluating the Effect of an Evidence-Based One Page With Supplemental Visual Aids on the Knowledge and Perceptions of Blood Pressure Management Among Adults With Hypertension
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate changes in patient knowledge of blood pressure management and perceptions of making lifestyle changes to manage their blood pressure after implementation of an evidence-based one-page teaching protocol with supplemental handouts and optional use of suggested apps and web sites.
Condition or Disease | Intervention/Treatment | Phase |
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N/A |
Study Design
Arms and Interventions
Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
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Other: BP Education All participants enrolled receive blood pressure education. |
Behavioral: Blood pressure education
One page teaching protocol performed by pharmacy students; phone follow-up
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Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- Pre & Post Survey & Knowledge Test [8 weeks]
change in participant's knowledge of blood pressure management - as measured by a pre- and post-test of 10 multiple-choice questions Change in participant's perception of making lifestyle changes to manage their hypertension - measured via pre- and post-survey using a 1-5 Likert Scale rating usefulness of the program and educational resources provided; and questions about which lifestyle modifications were made by the participant, which apps were used by the participant (if applicable), and which educational handouts were used by the participant
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
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Adults from 18 to 75 years old
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Ability to self-consent
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English-speaking
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Able to read/write English
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Currently prescribed at least one medication for treatment of essential primary hypertension
Exclusion Criteria:
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Adults unable to consent
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Individuals who are not yet adults (infants, children, teenagers)
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Pregnant women
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Prisoners
Contacts and Locations
Locations
Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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1 | Walgreens Store #6587 | Albuquerque | New Mexico | United States | 87112 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- University of New Mexico
- University of Missouri-Columbia
Investigators
None specified.Study Documents (Full-Text)
More Information
Publications
None provided.- 20-458