1. |What is adherence?
Adherence is the practice of following a plan, rule, or agreement, especially one intended to promote good health.
2. |What are the benefits of adherence?
The benefits of adherence include improved quality of life, better disease management, and reduced risk of hospitalization and complications.
3. |What are the challenges of adhering to a plan?
The challenges of adhering to a plan include the lack of access to healthcare resources, difficulty understanding instructions, and the lack of motivation or support.
4. |What are the key components of adherence?
The key components of adherence include understanding the instructions, setting realistic goals, developing a plan for achieving the goals, and having the resources and support to stay on track.
5. |What strategies can be used to promote adherence?
Strategies to promote adherence include patient education, self-monitoring, incentives, reminders, and peer support.
6. |What are the consequences of non-adherence?
The consequences of non-adherence include poorer health outcomes, increased risk of complications, and higher healthcare costs.
7. |How can healthcare providers support adherence?
Healthcare providers can support adherence by providing patient education, developing individualized plans, engaging in motivational interviewing, and providing access to resources.
8. |What are the most common reasons for non-adherence?
The most common reasons for non-adherence include lack of motivation, lack of understanding, and lack of access to healthcare resources.
9. |How can technology help promote adherence?
Technology can help promote adherence by providing personalized reminders, tracking progress, and providing access to resources.
10. |How can adherence be measured?
Adherence can be measured through self-reports, medication refill data, and health monitoring data.