ERIC Number: EJ1403243
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 5
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ISSN: ISSN-0744-8481
EISSN: EISSN-1940-3208
The Apparent Need for Better Communication between Clinicians and Patients Regarding Elevated Blood Pressure among United States Emerging Adults
Wilson, Oliver W. A.; Holland, Kelsey; Bopp, Christopher M.; Bopp, Melissa
Journal of American College Health, v71 n9 p2623-2627 2023
Objectives: To examine the discrepancy between 'told' and screened blood pressure (BP) category, and the association between body composition and told BP category. Methods: Between 08/2019-03/2020 college students (n = 1057) were asked what category they had previously been told their BP falls into prior to having their BP and body composition (waist circumference, body mass index (BMI), and body fat percentage) objectively assessed. Results: A disproportionate number (>80%) who were told that they had normal BP were categorized as having elevated BP. Men told they had borderline/high BP had less favorable body compositions than those told they had low/normal BP. Less favorable body composition was associated with increased likelihood of men being told that they had borderline/high BP. Conclusions: Better BP screening policies and procedures would ensure healthcare providers discuss elevated BP with emerging adults regardless of body composition and avoid missing opportunities to delivery of early and cost-effective interventions.
Descriptors: Body Composition, Hypertension, College Students, Body Weight, Gender Differences, Probability, Young Adults, Obesity, Allied Health Personnel, Role
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Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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