Table 3.
Pooled levels of adherence to the recommended self-care practice among hypertensive patients in Ethiopia.
| Recommended lifestyle | Included studies | Sample size | Pooled level of good practice at 95% CI | I 2, p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical activity | 13 | 4002 | 46.68 (35.03, 58.68) | 98.6%, ≤0.001 |
| Salt reduction | 13 | 3852 | 55.03 (45.58, 65.03) | 97.7%, ≤0.001 |
| Cessation of smoking | 13 | 3852 | 88.09 (83.99, 92.19) | 97.1%, ≤0.001 |
| Moderation of alcohol intake | 13 | 3852 | 67.26 (52.26, 82.26) | 99.4%, ≤0.001 |
| Adherence to medications | 7 | 2232 | 58.55 (50.26, 66.84) | 94.7%, ≤0.001 |
| Weight reduction | 9 | 2446 | 47.90 (34.83, 60.97) | 98.1%, ≤0.001 |