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A Phenomenological Approach to Medication Adherence in Elderly Patients: A Qualitative Study
Gloria Liquori1, Nicolò Panattoni2, Aurora De Leo3
1Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome Tor Vergata, 00128 Rome, Italy.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|October 16, 2024
Summary
Elderly patients view medication adherence as life-saving, influenced by awareness, daily integration, and viewing therapy as a partner. They desire more information and support, and are open to mobile health tools.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Pharmacology
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Patient adherence is critical for chronic disease management.
- Understanding the elderly's perspective on medication management is essential.
- This study explores medication adherence experiences in older adults.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of elderly patients managing their medication therapy.
- To understand elderly patients' perceptions of medication adherence.
- To identify factors influencing medication adherence in older adults.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative descriptive study using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA).
- Phenomenological approach based on Husserl's perspective.
- Data analysis using Giorgi's approach and inductive content analysis.
Main Results:
- A core theme emerged: 'Generating awareness: taking therapy saves your life'.
- Sub-themes included: Drug therapy awareness, Drug therapy in daily life, and Drug therapy as a life partner.
- Participants highlighted individual, motivational, and relational factors influencing adherence.
Conclusions:
- Elderly patients emphasize awareness and viewing therapy as a life partner for adherence.
- They desire more information and value support from healthcare professionals.
- Older adults show openness to mobile health for managing pharmacological treatment, acknowledging its potential and limitations.
Keywords:
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