Translation, Cross-Cultural Adaptation, and Validation of the Hypertension Self-Care Profile (HBP-SCP) for the Brazilian Population
Jussara Almeida de Oliveira Baggio,
Beatriz Brito Ribeiro,
Jessica Lays Ferreira Ribeiro
et al.
Abstract:Systemic arterial hypertension (SAH) is highly prevalent worldwide. In Brazil, according to the latest National Health Survey (NHS), there are more than 38 million people living with SAH, 1 and the prevalence is higher in women, older people, people with a low educational level, and people living in the South and Southeast of Brazil. 2 SAH treatment is multifactorial and involves antihypertensive medications and changes in lifestyle. 3 The adherence of healthy habits among Brazilian people with the diagnosis o… Show more
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