Description Of The Knowledge Level Of Kypercholestrolemia Patients In Using The Drug Simvastatin At The West Siompu Health Center

Abstract

Hypercholesterolemia is a medical condition in which blood cholesterol levels are above regular. cholesterol is a fat that is essential for many body functions, such as producing cell walls and producing certain hormones. However, cholesterol levels that are too high, especially LDL (Low-Density Lipoprotein) cholesterol, namely "bad" cholesterol, can boom the hazard of cardiovascular disorder, such as coronary heart ailment and stroke.  Simvastatin is this simvastatin containsthe statin gathering. Statins are a gathering of this function to lower cholesterol levels in the blood, especially "bad cholesterol". Simvastatin is often prescribed to lessen the threat of cardiovascular sickness, along with heart disorder and stroke, in sufferers with hypercholesterolemia or those who have high risk factors. The goal of this take a look at is for obtain level data. Knowledge of hypercholesterolemia patients on the use of simvastatin at the West Siompu Health Center using a qualitative method. This type of research uses a survey method where researchers distribute knowledge questionnaires to respondents. This research was conducted at the West Siompu Health Center with a total of 54 respondents In the West Siompu Community Health Center area regarding the use of the drug simvastatin, there were 45 respondents categorized as having good knowledge with a presentation of 83%, 9 respondents with sufficient knowledge with a presentation of 13% and none with poor knowledge. In general, the level of knowledge of patients at the West Siompu Health Center is labeled as correct with a percentage of 87%.