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Medication Adherence
Medication adherence is defined as a patient conforming to a healthcare provider's recommendations regarding timing, dosage, and frequency of medication. It involves filling prescriptions and refilling on time. Non-adherence can be caused by patient factors like forgetfulness or cost barriers, physician factors like complex regimens, and health system factors like fragmented care. Pharmacists can improve adherence through education on medication purpose, usage, and side effects. Adherence is especially important for chronic conditions and can be monitored through patient assessments.
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Introduction to medication adherence in pharmacy practice by Ms. Mali Sunayana.
Definitions and distinctions of adherence, compliance, and persistence as essential components of medication management.
Definition of medication adherence focusing on patient behavior aligning with health advice and the factors influencing it.
Highlighting the significance of adherence in chronic diseases and therapies for optimal health outcomes.
Exploring the multifactorial causes of medication non-adherence classified by WHO for better understanding.
Discussion on patient-related reasons for non-adherence, including forgetfulness, complexity, and emotional factors.
Data on patient understanding of their medication specifics and its impact on adherence.
Role of physicians in medication adherence, emphasizing on communication and regimen complexity.
Factors related to the healthcare system affecting medication adherence, including costs and coordination.
Pharmacists' contributions to improving adherence through education and patient communication.
Strategies for healthcare providers to educate patients on medication importance and adherence.
Importance of psychological support and family involvement in promoting adherence among patients.
Eight actionable steps healthcare teams can take to enhance patient adherence to medication regimens.
Methods and challenges of monitoring medication adherence through different measurement approaches.
Citations for sources used in the presentation's content on medication adherence.
Editor's Notes
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