Table 1
Distribution of self-reported and objective indicators of antihypertensive medication use in Healthy Hearts participants with hypertension (N = 233).
| SELF-REPORTED ANTIHYPERTENSIVE USE | OBJECTIVE INDICATOR(S) OF ANTIHYPERTENSIVE USE | TOTAL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TAKING ANTIHYPERTENSIVES | NOT TAKING ANTIHYPERTENSIVES | ||
| Taking Antihypertensives | 187 (80.3%) | 6 (2.6%) | 193 |
| Not Taking Antihypertensives | 3 (1.3%) | 37 (15.9%) | 40 |
| Total | 190 | 43 | 233 |
[i] Note: Cell percentages are proportions of the full sample. Self-reported medication use was collected by asking participants, ‘Are you currently taking any medications for your hypertension?’ (Yes/no). Objective indicators of antihypertensive use were collected through a review of medication containers brought to the study visit, as well as a review of the patient’s medical record (health passport).