Exploration of the relationship between knowledge levels and adherence to hypertension therapy in the Tanjung Batu Community Health Center (UPT Puskesmas) of Karimun Regency

Maulina, Novia, Luthfi, Fitrati Hasanah, Inayatilah, Fidia Rizkiah and Muslikh, Faisal Akhmal (2025) Exploration of the relationship between knowledge levels and adherence to hypertension therapy in the Tanjung Batu Community Health Center (UPT Puskesmas) of Karimun Regency. Journal of Islamic Medicine, 9 (1). pp. 1-9. ISSN 2550-0074

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Abstract

Background: Hypertension, with systolic blood pressure >140 mmHg and diastolic >90 mmHg, is an asymptomatic condition known as the "silent killer" and is a leading cause of death in Indonesia. In 2018, the prevalence of hypertension in the Riau Islands Province reached 25.85%, with Karimun Regency ranking second. Objectif: This study aims to assess the relationship between knowledge and adherence to antihypertensive medication among patients at UPT Puskesmas Tanjung Batu, Karimun, in 2022. Methods: This observational study used a cross-sectional design. Data were collected from March to May 2022 from 90 respondents using a questionnaire. Sampling was done using the consecutive sampling method. Data analysis included univariate and bivariate analyses with the Spearman rank test (significance <0.005). Results: Most respondents were female (71%), aged 46-55 years (43%), with elementary education (62%). About 56% had hypertension for less than 5 years, with doctors as the main information source (81%). Knowledge was moderate (49%), and adherence was low (83%). Statistical analysis revealed a significant positive relationship (p=0.001) between knowledge and adherence, with a moderate correlation (r=0.343). Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between knowledge and adherence to antihypertensive medication among hypertensive patients.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	hypertension; knowledge; medication; adherence
Subjects:	11 MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES > 1115 Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences > 111503 Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice 11 MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES > 1115 Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Divisions:	Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences > Department of Pharmacy
Depositing User:	Fidia Inayatilah
Date Deposited:	30 Jan 2026 09:06

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