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Blood pressure control in hypertensive patients attending a rural South African community health centre

Expiry Date
: 17/09/2029
CPD Units
: 2.00 Points
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This study examines hypertension control in a rural community. Findings highlight poor treatment adherence as a significant predictor of uncontrolled blood pressure, necessitating interventions like Community-Based Physical and Electronic Reminding and Tracking System (CB-PERTS).

Keywords: blood pressure control; adherence to treatment; diabetes; hypertension; obesity, rural

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Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
The aim of the study was to assess the extent of uncontrolled blood pressure and its predictors among hypertensive patients accessing primary health care in a rural community in South Africa.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. The extent of uncontrolled blood pressure in rural South African hypertensive patients.
  2. Common comorbidities' impact on blood pressure.
  3. Importance treatment adherence.

Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
  • You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
  • Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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