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[Content validation of the dimensions constituting non-adherence to treatment of arterial hypertension]
José Wicto Pereira Borges1, Thereza Maria Magalhães Moreira2, Malvina Thaís Pacheco Rodrigues1
1Universidade Federal do Piauí, Teresina, Brazil.
Insights
This study validated key dimensions of nonadherence to arterial systemic hypertension treatment. The findings confirm a structured understanding of patient nonadherence factors, crucial for effective hypertension management.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Nonadherence to treatment is a significant challenge in managing arterial systemic hypertension.
- Understanding the multifaceted dimensions of nonadherence is critical for developing targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To validate the content of the dimensions comprising nonadherence to arterial systemic hypertension treatment.
- To establish a reliable framework for assessing nonadherence in hypertensive patients.
Main Methods:
- Methodological study employing content validation techniques.
- Initial integrative review identified four dimensions: person, disease/treatment, health service, and environment.
- Expert evaluation by 17 nurses, pharmacists, and physicians using the Content Validity Index (IVCi and IVCt) and binomial test.
Main Results:
- The study successfully validated the dimensions of nonadherence.
- The overall Content Validity Index for the set of dimensions (IVCt) was 0.88.
- This indicates a reasonable and systematic comprehension of nonadherence phenomena.
Conclusions:
- The validated dimensions provide a robust tool for understanding and measuring nonadherence in arterial systemic hypertension.
- These findings support improved clinical practice and research in hypertension treatment adherence.
Abstract:
The objective of the study was to validate the content of the dimensions that constituted nonadherence to treatment of arterial systemic hypertension. It was a methodological study of content validation. Initially an integrative review was conducted that demonstrated four dimensions of nonadherence: person, disease/treatment, health service, and environment. Definitions of these dimensions were evaluated by 17 professionals, who were specialists in the area, including: nurses, pharmacists and physicians. The Content Validity Index was calculated for each dimension (IVCi) and the set of the dimensions (IVCt), and the binomial test was conducted. The results permitted the validation of the dimensions with an IVCt of 0.88, demonstrating reasonable systematic comprehension of the phenomena of nonadherence.
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