Table 9 Item-total score Pearson correlation analysis results in HBAT of 21 items (N = 325, α = 0.05)

Q1

My chance of developing hypertension is high

0.644

< 0.001

Q2

The possibility that I will develop hypertension in a few years is very high

0.610

< 0.001

Q3

I can have hypertension even without the feeling of its symptoms

0.674

< 0.001

Q4

I am more likely to catch HTN than other people

0.677

< 0.001

Q5

Hypertension is a serious disease

0.462

< 0.001

Q6

Hypertension is a lifelong disease

0.260

< 0.001

Q7

Complication of hypertension can cause permanent damage

0.349

< 0.001

Q8

Hypertension can cause death

0.290

< 0.001

Q9

Sudden falling may happen due to hypertension

0.325

< 0.001

Q10

Hypertension will cause dependence on others

0.433

< 0.001

Q11

Hypertension can threaten patients’ relationship with their family

0.441

< 0.001

Q12

Hypertension can cause sexual dysfunction

0.426

< 0.001

Q14

Early detection of HTN makes prevention of complications easier

0.376

< 0.001

Q15

Timely initiation of treatment makes prevention of complications easier

0.410

< 0.001

Q16

Keeping blood pressure close to normal prevents hypertension complications

0.375

< 0.001

Q17

Lack of health information can prevent getting healthcare services

0.348

< 0.001

Q18

Lack of transportation makes it difficult for me to get healthcare service

0.437

< 0.001

Q19

The cost of screening service makes it difficult for me to get the service

0.418

< 0.001

Q20

Lack of nearby health facilities makes it difficult for me to get services

0.469

< 0.001

Q21

I can know my status by checking my BP regularly

0.398

< 0.001

Q22

I am sure of when to contact health workers while I am feeling unusual health conditions

0.388

< 0.001