Figure 1
QuASH hypertension formative concept.
Table 1
Themes and Subthemes.
| S/N | THEMES | SUBTHEMES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Students’ knowledge before attending ASH programme | Lack of knowledge of definition of hypertension Lack of knowledge of measurement and classification of blood pressure Lack of knowledge of hypertension management Some knowledge of lifestyle modification in hypertension |
| 2 | Description of course content of ASH programme | Simple Appropriate Adequate |
| 3 | Expectations and New knowledge gained from ASH programme | Fulfilled Expectations Blood pressure classification and measurement Hypertension in children Hypertension complications Hypertension diagnosis and management |
| 4 | Interaction between student and faculty members during ASH programme | Highly interactive Regular feedback Well engaging |
| 5 | Challenges experienced during ASH programme | Poor internet connectivity Differences in hypertension management protocol and task shifting polices in different countries Technical problems with hypertension management App Low participation from other non-Nigerian African countries |
| 6 | Level of implementation of acquired training during ASH programme | Regular home visit Activation of patients’ management on App Diagnosis and prompt referral |
| 7 | Challenges faced with implementation of training acquired during ASH programme | Difficulty with App operation Non-adherence of patients to treatment Limitation of roles by national policies Delay feedback from mentors |
| 8 | Recommendations for improvement of ASH programme | Use of more audiovisual Improvement in internet connectivity Well defined criteria for recruitment of students Development of uniform hypertension treatment protocol for Africans Use of interpreters to present lectures in French Wide publicity of hypertension school |