Knowledge and Awareness of Hypertension in Ghana. Management of Hypertension

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER ONE
• INTRODUCTION
• 1.0 Background to the Study
• 1.1 Statement of the Problem
• 1.2 Purpose of the Study
• 1.3 Objectives of the Study
• 1.3 Research Questions
• 1.4 Research Hypotheses
• 1.5 Significance of Study
• 1.6 Structure of the Thesis
• CHAPTER TWO
• LITERATURE REVIEW
• 2.0 Introduction
• 2.1 Definition of hypertension
• 2.1.1 Blood Pressure Measurement
• 2.1.2 Mild Hypertension
• 2.1.3 Severe Hypertension
• 2.1.4 Types and Causes of Hypertension
• 2.1.5 Other Types of Hypertension
• 2.1.6 Hypertension and Pregnancy
• 2.1.7 Risk Factors of Hypertension
• 2.1.8 Complications of Hypertension
• 2.1.9 Hypertension Management
• 2.2 Prevalence and burden of hypertension
• 2.3 Pathophysiology of Hypertension
• 2.4 Knowledge and Awareness of Hypertension
• 2.5 Theoretical Perspectives of the Study
• CHAPTER THREE
• METHODOLOGY
• 3.0 Introduction
• 3.1 Research Design
• 3.2 Research Area
• 3.3 Sampling Techniques
• 3.4 Inclusive Criteria

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This dissertation examines the level of knowledge and awareness of hypertension among the population of Ga West Municipality, Greater Accra, Ghana. The study aims to contribute to the understanding of hypertension awareness in this specific community and identify potential strategies for improved management and prevention.

• Knowledge and awareness of hypertension
• Prevalence of hypertension in Ga West Municipality
• Factors influencing knowledge and awareness
• Effectiveness of hypertension management strategies
• Recommendations for improving awareness and control of hypertension

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One provides an introduction to the study, outlining the background of hypertension, the statement of the problem, purpose of the study, objectives, research questions, hypotheses, and significance of the research. The chapter also presents the structure of the thesis.

Chapter Two explores the existing literature on hypertension, examining the definition, blood pressure measurement, types and causes, prevalence, risk factors, complications, and management of the condition. It also discusses the pathophysiology of hypertension, knowledge and awareness of the condition, and relevant theoretical perspectives.

Chapter Three outlines the methodology employed in the study, including the research design, research area, sampling techniques, and inclusion criteria.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary keywords and focus topics of this dissertation are: hypertension, blood pressure, awareness, knowledge, Ghana, Ga West Municipality, public health, prevention, management, health education, community health, research.