Medication adherence tips for diabetic patients
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Hello, I am a nursing student. I have seen that many diabetic patients forget to take their daily dose. In my family also, there are many diabetics. They also show poor medication adherence. How to manage this issue I would like to understand. Could anyone please provide me some tips.
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@sachin o successfully promote medication adherence and assess barriers to adherence, a solid communication skill set is required. Communication with patients about adherence necessitates pointed question-asking as well as education and support. Approaching these conversations with a specific definition of adherence is a good first step toward ensuring that the healthcare provider and the patient have a shared understanding. Some common misconceptions about adherence relate to lack of awareness of who the responsible party is (e.g., patient vs. provider), inaccurate knowledge of what constitutes ideal adherence (e.g., 80%? 100%?), attitudes about barriers, and insufficient understanding of how a medication affects the disease process. Medication adherence requires patients to understand the disease process and how their medication works, be motivated to take their medication, and implement lifestyle and behavioral changes. With all this in mind, the pharmacist can approach discussions about adherence strategically. Important steps include gathering data, establishing a cooperative relationship, engaging in open-ended questioning, actively educating, and addressing barriers
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