Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hypertension: A Cross-Sectional Study in Urban Varanasi

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ARTICLE ANALYSIS 2
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Singh, S., Shankar, R., & Singh, G. P. (2017). Prevalence and associated risk factors
of hypertension: a cross-sectional study in urban Varanasi. International journal of
hypertension, 2017.
Point Description
Broad Topic Area/Title Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hypertension: A Cross-Sectional Study in
Urban Varanasi
Problem Statement
(What is the problem research
is addressing?)
Hypertension is one of the major problems in public health. Considering that this
condition is a major risk factor that is associated with cardiovascular diseases, there is
a need to check its prevalence rate and the risk factors that are associated with it.
Purpose Statement
(What is the purpose of the
study?)
To determine the prevalence rate of hypertension in Urban Varanasi and its associated
factors.
To assess the awareness, treatment, and adequacy of control of hypertension among
the participants. (page 1)
Research Questions
(What questions does the
research seek to answer?)
What is the prevalence rate of hypertension in male and females in Urban Varanasi?
What are the associated factors, a lifestyle that encourages higher rates of
hypertension?
How are the participants in Urban Varanasi knowledgeable about hypertension in
terms of awareness, its treatment and how to control it?
Define Hypothesis
(Or state the correct hypothesis
based upon variables used)
Is there any difference in the prevalence of hypertension and prehypertension between
the male and female gender?
Is there any significant association between education and hypertension?
Identify Dependent and
Independent Variables and
Type of Data for the
Variables
Independent variable; BMI, abdominal obesity, marital status, education, occupation,
alcohol use, physical activity socioeconomic status, and tobacco use.
Dependent variable: hypertension
The population of Interest
for Study
Individuals from Varanasi in India. From urban and rural areas.
Sample The Sample consisted of (n=640) individuals. (page 2)
Sampling Method A multistage sampling technique was utilized (on page 2)
Simple random sampling to pick words to include
Identify Data Collection Data was collected through structured and pretested interview schedules.