IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-9-5-25128 Original Research Paper ASSESSMENT OF BMI AND KNOWLEDGE REGARDING HEART DISEASES AMONG PATIENTS Joseph Dr. Dr. Jyoti Sarin Dr. May 2020 9 5 01 02 ABSTRACT

Heart diseases including the disorders of blood vessels contribute as a leading cause for the morbidity and mortality globally. The purpose of the study was to assess BMI and knowledge regarding heart diseases among patients. A descriptive study was conducted among 100 patients. The results revealed that majority (87%) of the patients had below average level of knowledge and almost half of the patients (49%) had BMI in normal range (18.5–25 kg/m2). There was no significant association of knowledge with all selected variables except the educational status. Conclusion: It was concluded that majority of the patients had below average level of knowledge and approximately half of the patients had BMI in normal range.