Bulpitt - reasons for non-adherence
- Created by: Steff06
- Created on: 26-03-16 12:30
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- Bulpitt
- Aim:
- To REVIEW research on ADHERENCE in HYPERTENSION patients.
- Methodology:
- A review article. The research studied was research which identified problems with taking DRUGS for HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE.
- Procedure:
- Research was analysed to identify PHYSICAL effects of drug treatment on a person's life - work, physical well-being, hobbies and more.
- Findings:
- Anti-hypertension medication can have many side effects. Side effects are those such as: dizziness, physical-sleepiness, lack of sexual functioning, cognitive functioning.
- Conclusions:
- When the costs of taking medication such as the side effects outweigh the benefits of treating a mainly asymptomatic problem, there is less likelihood the patient will adhere to their treatment.
- Aim:
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