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Patient compliance: A concept analysis
Saowaluk Thummak1, Wassana Uppor2, La-Ongdao Wannarit3
1Kuakarun Faculty of Nursing, Navamindradhiraj University, Thailand.
Belitung Nursing Journal
|October 30, 2023
Summary
Understanding patient compliance is crucial in healthcare. Key attributes include self-care, following recommendations, and collaboration, leading to better health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Behavior
- Medical Concept Analysis
- Nursing Practice
Background:
- Patient compliance is a complex, multi-disciplinary concept with varied interpretations.
- Despite extensive research, a clear understanding of patient compliance remains elusive.
- A comprehensive analysis of patient compliance is essential for healthcare professionals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the concept of patient compliance.
- To identify the core essence of patient compliance.
- To establish an operational definition for patient compliance.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Walker and Avant's eight-step concept analysis approach.
- Conducted a systematic literature search from 1995 to 2022.
- Searched five major databases (PubMed, Medline, CINAHL, ProQuest, ScienceDirect, Cochrane).
Main Results:
- Identified key attributes: self-care behavior, adherence to health recommendations, and collaborative engagement with healthcare providers.
- Determined antecedents: regimen characteristics, health advice communication, and patient attitudes towards professional guidance.
- Highlighted consequences: enhanced clinical outcomes, improved quality of life, and positive lifestyle modifications.
Conclusions:
- This concept analysis provides a refined understanding of patient compliance.
- Offers valuable insights for nursing practice to improve patient adherence interventions.
- A clear definition supports the development of more effective strategies to promote patient compliance.
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