Essays about: "non-adherence"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the word non-adherence.

1. 1. Adherence in patients with heart failure. Relationships to symptom burden and hospitalization frequency : A cross-sectional survey study

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för vårdvetenskap (VV)

   Author : Helen Moe; [2024]
   Keywords : Adherence; Cross sectional study; Heart failure; Hospitalization-frequency; Non-adherence; Symptom burden;

   Abstract : Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate the degree of adherence and non-adherence to treatment regimen in the population with heart failure, as well as to explore relationships to symptom burden and hospitalization-frequency. Introduction: Heart failure – a chronic disease with a somber prognosis and high mortality, incidence and prevalence increasing world-wide. READ MORE

3. 2. Adherence to Treatment Advice in Patients with Heart Failure : Connections to mental health, social and socioeconomic factors

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för vårdvetenskap (VV)

   Author : Moa Lassbo Lundquist; [2024]
   Keywords : Adherence; non-adherence; self-care; heart failure; multidisciplinary teams;

   Abstract : Aim: The aim of this study is to examine adherence among patients with HF and its potential association with mental health, social support and socioeconomic status.  Introduction: For patients with heart failure, self-care is strongly advised, encompassing prescribed medication intake, fluid reduction and weight control to maintain stability. READ MORE

4. 3. Evaluation of Non-invasive Treatment Options for Children and Adolescents with Pectus Carinatum : An Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction, Adherence and an Exploration of the Social and Psychological Impact of Non-invasive Treatment Options - A Systematic Review

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   Author : Karin Pettersson; [2023]
   Keywords : pectus carinatum; non-invasive treatment; external bracing; patient satisfaction; adherence; bio-psycho-social model; systematic review;

   Abstract : This review aimed to evaluate orthotic treatments for children and adolescents with pectus carinatum, primarily focusing on patient satisfaction with the treatment. Secondary outcomes of interest were adherence and psychological and social factors following the treatment period. READ MORE

5. 4. Hypercheck - Developing a Reminder and Data Logging System for Hypertension Patients

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för data- och systemvetenskap

   Author : Ferdinand Karl Albrecht Martini; [2023]
   Keywords : Hypertension; mHealth; Patient Compliance; Reminder System; Mobile App; ;

   Abstract : Problem: A Major challenge for healthcare providers is the non-adherence of patients to prescrip- tions. One important area is hypertension treatment through medication. A treatment often starts with multiple adjustment cycles of medication type or dosage, which are based on regular at-home blood pressure measurements. READ MORE

6. 5. Factors influencing elderly Arabic immigrants continued physical exercising after a period of physiotherapy - a qualitative study

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för hälsovetenskap

   Author : Ahmed El Shafey; [2017]
   Keywords : Elderly Arabic immigrants; physical exercising; physiotherapy; qualitative study;

   Abstract : Background: Elderly patients have shown to have difficulties to adhere to a continuous independent exercising after a rehabilitation period. Therefore, there is a need for increased understanding among physiotherapists about how to prepare these patients to be independent. READ MORE