Hypertension Health Literacy Scale, HK-LS Test - the question form
Questions: 22 · 5 minutes
1. High diastolic (top) or systolic (bottom) blood pressure indicates high blood pressure.
Yes
No
I don't know
2. An increase in diastolic (upper) blood pressure also indicates high blood pressure.
Yes
No
Not sure
3. High blood pressure is a result of aging, so treatment is not necessary.
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I don't know
4. If medication for high blood pressure can control blood pressure, there is no need to change lifestyle habits.
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I don't know
5. If people with high blood pressure change their lifestyle, treatment is not needed.
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No
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6. People with high blood pressure should take medication so that they feel well.
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7. Medicines for high blood pressure need to be taken every day.
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8. People with high blood pressure should take medication only when they feel unwell.
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9. People with high blood pressure should take medication for the rest of their lives.
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10. For people with high blood pressure, frying is the best way to prepare food.
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11. For people with high blood pressure, the best way to prepare food is by boiling or grilling.
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12. People with high blood pressure can eat salty foods if they take their medication regularly.
True
False
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13. People with high blood pressure should eat fruits and vegetables frequently.
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14. Red meat is the best type of meat for people with high blood pressure.
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15. White meat is the best type of meat for people with high blood pressure.
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16. People with high blood pressure should not smoke.
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17. People with high blood pressure can drink alcoholic beverages.
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No
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18. High blood pressure can cause a stroke if it is not treated.
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19. High blood pressure can cause heart disease, such as a heart attack, if it is not treated.
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20. High blood pressure can lead to premature death if it is not treated.
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21. High blood pressure can cause kidney failure if it is not treated.
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22. High blood pressure can cause vision problems if it is not treated.
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