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Effects of a Health Belief Model-Based Community Educational Program to Increase the Awareness of Atrial Fibrillation Among Older Adults: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong
Summary
The goal of this study is to evaluate the effects of a theory-based community educational program among older adults in the community on atrial fibrillation (AF) knowledge. It will also learn about their competency to detect irregular pulses and compliance to regular pulse check. The main questions it aims to answer are: Do older adults in the community who received the Health Belief Model-based educational program have higher AF awareness? Researchers will compare the educational program with the control, who receive an information leaflet about AF to see the effect on improving AF awareness. Participants will: Receive a 5-week Health Belief Model-based educational program or receive an information leaflet about AF. Be reassessed immediately post-intervention and 3 month afterwards. Keep a logbook on their compliance to the advice of regular pulse palpation to detect AF pulse .
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
390
Start Date
2023-08-12
Completion Date
2024-12
Last Updated
2024-09-03
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Health belief model-based community educational program
The 5-week intervention includes two weekly 60-minute face-to-face sessions for 8-10 participants, two weekly telephone follow-ups, and a booster session. Week 1: Focuses on increasing knowledge about atrial fibrillation (AF), its risks, complications, and treatment benefits. The principal investigator (PI) provides education using interactive methods and colored visuals. Week 2: Emphasizes skill building for pulse palpation to detect irregular pulses. Participants learn through demonstrations and practice using a simulated arm. Weeks 3-4:Telephone follow-ups monitor adherence to pulse checking and address barriers. Support and advice are provided by the PI. Week 5: A booster session reinforces knowledge and skills with scenario-based practice and use of a simulated arm.
Control
The control group will receive an information leaflet presenting information about AF, health risks and complications associated with AF, common methods to screen for AF, and follow-up actions if positive screening results are suspected.
Locations (1)
School of Nursing, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong