An Idea Nursing Journal
Adherence among Patients with Hypertension at Jayapura, Indonesia
Background: Hypertension is a major non-communicable disease with high morbidity and mortality. Poor adherence to antihypertensive medication remains a challenge and may be associated with educational level, duration of hypertension, knowledge, attitude, and family support. Objective: This study aimed to identify factors associated with medication adherence among patients with hypertension in the Polma Kodam Clinic catchment area, Jayapura City. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 234 patients sele …