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The interplay between knowledge and self-efficacy in hypertension management: a cross-sectional analysis of lifestyle factors among Saudi patients

Fathia Ahmed Mersal
Rowaedh Ahmed Bawaked
Nahed Ahmed Mersal
Ohoud Naif Aldughmi
Fadiyah Abdullah Alshwail
Abdulkarim Awayd H Alenezi
Olfat Yousef Gushgari
Fatma Abdou Eltaib

2026Open accessAin Shams University

Abstract

Disease-specific knowledge is a critical modifiable determinant of self-efficacy in Saudi hypertensive patients. Healthcare providers should implement literacy-adapted, multicomponent interventions targeting identified knowledge gaps to enhance behavioral confidence and optimize blood pressure control.

Research topics

Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
Medication Adherence and Compliance
Diabetes Management and Education

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DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2026.1794111

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