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  • Pharmacology
  • Health Services Research
  • Patient Care

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  • Medication adherence significantly impacts treatment efficacy and patient health outcomes.
  • Nonadherence to medication is a widespread issue with substantial public health implications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the continuum of medication adherence and nonadherence.
  • To establish a foundational understanding for improving medication adherence rates.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of research articles.
  • Literature search conducted through MEDLINE and PubMed databases.

Main Results:

  • Medication nonadherence presents a significant challenge in healthcare.
  • A multi-step process is required to effectively manage adherence.

Conclusions:

  • Recognizing the scope of nonadherence is the first step toward improvement.
  • Systematic evaluation of risk factors and adherence is essential for sustained patient compliance.
  • Nurse practitioners play a vital role in patient education, trust-building, and developing adherence protocols.