Patient Prefer Adher
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2018
Cost-related nonadherence to prescription medications in Canada: a scoping review.
The evidence is emerging that prescription medications are the topmost drivers of increasing health care costs in Canada. The financial burden of medications may lead individuals to adopt various rationing or restrictive behaviors, such as cost-related nonadherence (CRNA) to medications. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to provide an overview of the type, extent, and quantity of research available on CRNA to prescription drugs in Canada, and evaluate existing gaps in the literature. ⋯ More evidence is required to make a strong case for national Pharmacare which can ensure universal, timely, and burden-free access to prescription medications for all Canadians.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2018
Parental preference and perspectives on continuous pulse oximetry in infants and children with bronchiolitis.
The purpose of the study was to investigate parental preference of continuous pulse oximetry in infants and children with bronchiolitis. ⋯ Continuous pulse-oximetry monitoring in children with bronchiolitis was perceived as reassuring for parents. Involving parents in decision-making is considered essential in the better management of children with bronchiolitis or any other disease. The first step to decrease continuous pulse oximetry will require provider education and change as well. Furthermore, we recommend proper counseling for parents, emphasizing that medical technology is not always essential, but is a complementary mode of managing a disease.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2018
Predicting treatment course and outcome using a promotion and prevention framework in a community sample of arthritis sufferers.
The present study examined the proposition that patients need to focus on something beyond simply "getting better". In a sample of arthritis sufferers, we distinguished individuals by the goals that motivated them - moving toward aspirational goals and maximizing gains (promotion focus) rather than obligations and minimizing losses (prevention focus) - and how these motivational styles influenced treatment. ⋯ A focus on positive approach-oriented goals may improve overall treatment response, whereas a focus on negative avoidance-oriented goals may degrade treatment response through reduced compliance and self-efficacy.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2018
Analysis of riluzole's profile of use in a Central Hospital in Lisbon.
Riluzole is indicated to prolong life or delay the institution of mechanical ventilation in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Clinical studies have shown that this drug prolongs survival, defined as living patients who are not intubated for mechanical ventilation and without tracheotomy. The purpose of this study is to characterize riluzole's use as well as the user population in order to contribute to a rational and safe use. ⋯ Despite the extended enrollment period, only 77 patients met the criteria for study inclusion. Nonetheless, statistical data regarding our population is in accordance with reported international data. High adherence rates were observed, but 14% of patients discontinued riluzole. In such cases, assessment by a multidisciplinary team is warranted.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2018
Patients' satisfaction and subjective happiness after refractive surgery for myopia.
The purpose of this study was to assess patients' satisfaction and change in subjective happiness after laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK). ⋯ LASIK may contribute to increased patient happiness.