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Table 4 Associations between demographic characteristics and misconceptions about heart diseases

From: Cardiac health knowledge and misconceptions among nursing students: implications for nursing curriculum design

Demographics

Misconceptions

 

Sig. (d.f. = 1)

Students who had a history of cardiovascular disease

It is dangerous for people with heart problems to argue

4.99

<0.05

Had been the primary caregiver for family members or relatives

Having heart problems is a sign that you have a worn-out heart

4.85

<0.05

Had been the primary caregiver for clients during a practicum

Having heart problems is a sign that you have a worn-out heart

4.63

<0.05

Had been the primary caregiver for clients during a practicum

One of the main causes of heart diseases is stress

7.89

<0.005