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Measuring blood pressure knowledge and self-care behaviors of African Americans.
- Source :
- Research in Nursing & Health; Dec2008, Vol. 31 Issue 6, p543-552, 10p
- Publication Year :
- 2008
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Abstract
- The purpose of this study was to develop and conduct preliminary psychometric assessment of instruments measuring knowledge and self-care practices regarding behaviors needed for blood pressure (BP) control among African Americans. Items were empirically derived and scored on a 7-point, bipolar scale. The instruments were evaluated in a sample of 306 community-dwelling African Americans. Results revealed acceptable reliability and validity of the BP Knowledge Scale. Results for the BP Self-Care Scale were mixed. A structural equation model of these scales, recorded BP, and covariates fit well. There was an unexpected positive correlation between self-care and BP suggesting a potential bi-directional relationship. The scales demonstrated acceptable psychometric properties and, with minor revisions, may have clinical utility as measures of BP knowledge and self-care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01606891
- Volume :
- 31
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Research in Nursing & Health
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 105587665
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1002/nur.20287