Adaptation, Implementation, and Evaluation of the HEARTS Technical Package in Primary Health Care Settings in Jordan to Improve the Management of Hypertension
Abstract:The majority of patients with hypertension in Jordan have uncontrolled blood pressure. This study aimed to adapt and implement the HEARTS technical package in health care centers in Jordan and evaluate its effectiveness on hypertension management and control. The HEARTS protocol was adapted and implemented in six health centers followed by training of the healthcare staff on the adapted guidelines. Patients above 18 years old who attended health centers during the study period were recruited consecutively. T… Show more
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