Journal Hygeia Public Health
Vol 3 No 2 (2025): June

The Relationship Between Knowledge And Family Support With Adherence To Taking Medication For Hypertension Patients At The Jambi Police Biddokkes Pratama Polyclinic

Septiani, Dian Mariza (Unknown)
AZ, Rasyidah (Unknown)
Octavia, Dian (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Jun 2025

Abstract

Background: Hypertension is a chronic disease that requires long-term medication adherence. Patients’ compliance is often influenced by their knowledge and family support. Objective: To determine the relationship between knowledge and family support with medication adherence among hypertensive patients at Poliklinik Pratama Biddokkes Polda Jambi.Methods: This study used an analytical design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of hypertensive patients undergoing regular treatment. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using the chi-square test.Results: The study found that most patients with high knowledge and good family support were more adherent to medication. There was a significant relationship between knowledge (p < 0.05) and family support (p < 0.05) with medication adherence.Conclusion: Patient knowledge and family support significantly influence medication adherence in hypertensive patients. Educational interventions and family involvement are essential to improve patient compliance.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jhph

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Subject

Public Health

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JHPH: Journal Hygeia Public Health | E-ISSN 2985-3710 | DOI https://doi.org/10.37676/jhph ] yang diterbitkan oleh Universitas Dehasen Bengkulu. JHPH menerbitkan artikel berdasarkan penelitian atau yang setara dengan hasil penelitian di bidang kesehatan masyarakat atau disiplin ilmu lain yang ...