ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PREVENTION OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE AMONG HYPERTENSION PATIENTS AT SELECTED HOSPITALS

Author Name: 1 Ms. Vrushali Pratap Sawant 2. Dr. Anu

Volume/Issue: 06/06

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/11.2025-19224767/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. Ph.D. scholar, Malwanchal University, Index Nursing College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
2. Ph.D Guide, Malwanchal University, Index Nursing College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh

ABSTRACT

One of the main causes of morbidity and death worldwide, particularly in people with hypertension, is artery disease (CAD). One significant modifiable risk factor for CAD is hypertension, sometimes referred to as the "silent killer." Atherosclerosis is accelerated by uncontrolled blood pressure, which causes coronary artery constriction and subsequent cardiac events like angina and myocardial infarction. Poor illness outcomes are a result of hypertension patients' inadequate understanding, even in the face of preventive interventions. Objectives: To assess the knowledge regarding the prevention of coronary artery disease among hypertension patients at selected hospitals. Methodology: We shall employ a cross-sectional descriptive research design. Patients with hypertension who visit outpatient departments in particular hospitals will participate in the trial. Purposive sampling will be used to choose 60 samples in total. There will be a structured knowledge survey about coronary artery disease prevention. To find correlations between knowledge scores and demographic characteristics, data will be examined using descriptive statistics (mean, frequency, and percentage) and inferential statistics (Chi-square test). It is anticipated that the study would show that a considerable percentage of hypertension individuals lack sufficient knowledge about how to prevent coronary artery disease. The results will aid in the creation of health education and counseling initiatives that will improve high-risk populations' knowledge and preventive behaviors. Conclusion: Improving patients' understanding is essential to lowering the prevalence of coronary artery disease. To minimize complications and enhance the general quality of life for individuals, early education, lifestyle adjustment, and ongoing monitoring can be crucial.

Key words: Coronary Artery Disease, Hypertension, Knowledge, Prevention, Cardiovascular Health, Nursing Education.