Hypertension Health Literacy Scale, HK-LS Test - the question form

1. High diastolic (top) or systolic (bottom) blood pressure indicates high blood pressure.

2. An increase in diastolic (upper) blood pressure also indicates high blood pressure.

3. High blood pressure is a result of aging, so treatment is not necessary.

4. If medication for high blood pressure can control blood pressure, there is no need to change lifestyle habits.

5. If people with high blood pressure change their lifestyle, treatment is not needed.

6. People with high blood pressure should take medication so that they feel well.

7. Medicines for high blood pressure need to be taken every day.

8. People with high blood pressure should take medication only when they feel unwell.

9. People with high blood pressure should take medication for the rest of their lives.

10. For people with high blood pressure, frying is the best way to prepare food.

11. For people with high blood pressure, the best way to prepare food is by boiling or grilling.

12. People with high blood pressure can eat salty foods if they take their medication regularly.

13. People with high blood pressure should eat fruits and vegetables frequently.

14. Red meat is the best type of meat for people with high blood pressure.

15. White meat is the best type of meat for people with high blood pressure.

16. People with high blood pressure should not smoke.

17. People with high blood pressure can drink alcoholic beverages.

18. High blood pressure can cause a stroke if it is not treated.

19. High blood pressure can cause heart disease, such as a heart attack, if it is not treated.

20. High blood pressure can lead to premature death if it is not treated.

21. High blood pressure can cause kidney failure if it is not treated.

22. High blood pressure can cause vision problems if it is not treated.