Medication Adherence
Author: Catherine M. Knox, M.N., R.N., C.C.H.P.-R.N..
Source: Volume 19, Number 04, May/June 2018 , pp.49-50(2)
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Abstract:
In this article, Catherine Knox looks at a classic example of a patient seen in the correctional setting—one who has a chronic mental health condition, comorbid chronic health problems and a likely history of substance abuse, and who is only partially compliant with treatment. Non-compliance is a major problem in correctional health; here, we examine the principle causes for non-compliance, and simple yet very effective ways to improve medication adherence and patient outcomes.Keywords: Symptom and side effect monitoring; Medication monitoring
Affiliations:
1: Nurse Consultant.